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Supreme Court stay lets White House ballroom work continue

Chief Justice John Roberts issued a stay that allows above-ground construction of a White House ballroom to continue while the Supreme Court weighs the case. The order pauses the challenge’s effect for now, pending the court’s review.
WHO: Chief Justice John Roberts
WHAT: Issued a stay allowing above-ground White House ballroom construction to continue while the Supreme Court weighs the case
WHEN: Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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