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White House ballroom costs may rise to $600M, with half coming from taxpayers: Report

White House ballroom costs may rise to $600M, with half coming from taxpayers: Report

Summary

The cost to build a new ballroom at the White House is increasing to $600 million. About half of this money will come from U.S. taxpayers, although President Trump had earlier said private donors would cover the $400 million project.

Key Facts

  • The White House ballroom project cost has risen from $400 million to $600 million.
  • Around 50% of the total cost will be paid by taxpayers.
  • President Trump previously stated that private donors would fund the ballroom construction.
  • The report revealing these details was published by The Washington Post.
  • The project involves building a new ballroom at the White House.
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