Trump Pushes Bold White House Ballroom Overhaul
March 17, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via People.com
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President Trump advances detailed plans for a stunning 90,000-square-foot State Ballroom in the East Wing, demolishing the outdated structure to create space for 650 guests - far beyond the East Room's puny 200 capacity. White House officials confirm private patriot donors cover the $200-400 million tab, bypassing taxpayer dollars and bureaucratic red tape, with construction kicking off in 2025 for completion before Trump's term ends. Read more about this...