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Historic Preservation

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Trump White House Ballroom Construction Approved by Appeals Court
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Trump White House Ballroom Construction Approved by Appeals Court

A federal appeals court has temporarily lifted the halt on Trump's White House ballroom construction, pending a June 5 hearing on preservation laws.

2026-04-19
Judge Blocks Above-Ground White House Ballroom Expansion
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Judge Blocks Above-Ground White House Ballroom Expansion

A federal judge halts the White House ballroom expansion while permitting underground security facilities, highlighting legal tensions over historic preservation.

2026-04-17