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House Democrat seeks to bar Pentagon funds for White House ballroom

House Democrat seeks to bar Pentagon funds for White House ballroom

Summary

Rep. John Garamendi, a Democratic member of the House Armed Services Committee, wants to stop Pentagon money from paying for the construction of a new ballroom at the White House. He plans to add this restriction to a defense spending bill.

Key Facts

  • Rep. John Garamendi is a Democrat from California.
  • He is a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee.
  • Garamendi wants to block Pentagon funds from being used for a White House ballroom.
  • The ballroom is planned to be built for President Trump.
  • The amendment will be added to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
  • The amendment aims to stop at least $150 million in military money from funding the ballroom.
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