Summary
The White House announced it will start building a $200 million ballroom in September, aiming for completion before President Donald Trump's term concludes in 2029. This new structure will be the first major change to the Executive Mansion since the Truman balcony's addition decades ago. The ballroom will replace the East Wing, providing a larger space for events.
Key Facts
- The White House plans to begin the construction of a $200 million ballroom in September.
- The goal is for the ballroom to be ready before President Trump's term ends in 2029.
- This will be the first major structural change to the White House in several decades.
- The new ballroom will replace the current East Wing of the White House.
- The ballroom will have space to seat 650 people, compared to the East Room's capacity of about 200.
- Offices currently in the East Wing, including the first lady's, will move during construction.
- President Trump and donors will raise the $200 million needed for construction.
- Design images of the planned ballroom are available on the White House website.
