Trump says White House ballroom will be a 'shield' as he shows off construction site
Summary
President Donald Trump showed reporters the construction site of a new White House ballroom, describing it as a secure, underground complex with features like a military hospital and research rooms. He said the project, which began with demolishing part of the East Wing, will not cost taxpayers and is funded through private donations.Key Facts
- The ballroom project is under construction at the White House and started by demolishing the East Wing.
- The building will be underground, six stories deep, and include a military hospital, research facilities, and meeting rooms.
- Security features include thick steel and four-inch-thick glass windows.
- The roof will serve as a "drone port" to protect Washington, D.C.
- A judge ruled Trump needs Congress approval to build the ballroom, but an appeals court currently allows construction to continue.
- Trump claims he is paying for the project himself and that it will not cost taxpayers any money.
- The total estimated cost of the ballroom has risen to $400 million, intended to be raised through private donations.
- Some congressional Republicans are seeking $1 billion in security funding, which partly involves this project, but Democrats oppose this plan.
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