Summary
President Donald Trump is building a new $300 million ballroom at the White House. The construction has demolished the 123-year-old East Wing, and no taxpayer money is used for this project. The ballroom is planned to be larger than initially planned and is progressing faster than expected.
Key Facts
- President Trump is constructing a $300 million ballroom at the White House.
- The construction required the demolition of the 123-year-old East Wing.
- The new ballroom will be 90,000 square feet and larger than originally planned.
- Private donations will cover the project's costs, not taxpayer money.
- The project is reportedly under budget and ahead of schedule.
- President Trump stated that the ballroom's viewing area has been expanded.
- Trump criticized CNN for discussing the increasing costs of the project.
