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White House ballroom construction can continue for now
Filed: Apr 12, 2026 at 6:02 AM ET
Summary: An appeals court allows the Trump administration to proceed with a $300-million ballroom project amid legal challenges.
WHO: Trump administration
WHAT: Appeals court ruling on ballroom construction
WHEN: Apr 11, 2026 at 10:56 PM ET
WHERE: Washington, D.C.
WHY: The ruling comes as the administration challenges a lower court decision requiring congressional approval.
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