Three separate branches. That was the theory anyways. If the President can't even say what happens to his own house then it is time to sign it all over to our 700 self anointed black robed kings.
Posted on 02/26/2026 3:54:14 PM PST by Libloather
WASHINGTON — President Trump took a victory lap Thursday after a federal judge allowed his administration to carry on with construction of his prized $400 million White House ballroom.
US District Judge Richard Leon, a George W. Bush appointee, found that construction on the epic project was not a violation of a federal law, as alleged by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
“Great news for America, and our wonderful White House! The Judge on the case of what will be the most beautiful Ballroom anywhere in the World, has just thrown out, and completely erased, the effort to stop its construction,” Trump later cheered on Truth Social.
Leon, however, suggested that the National Trust could rework its lawsuit and try again under a different legal framework.
“The Ballroom construction, which is anticipated to also handle future Inaugurations and large State Visits, is ahead of schedule, and under budget. It will stand long into the future as a symbol to the Greatness of America!” Trump continued.
Trump’s planned 90,000 square foot ballroom is poised to eclipse the size of the White House and is being built over where the East Wing once stood.
The ritzy venue is intended to be “impenetrable” with “drone-proof ceilings” and bullet-proof glass, according to Trump. Beneath it, the administration is speculated to be renovating the White House nuclear bunker.
Late last year, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which Congress has entrusted with preserving historic buildings, sued to stop construction of the ballroom on the grounds that Trump didn’t comply with federal guidelines.
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Three separate branches. That was the theory anyways. If the President can't even say what happens to his own house then it is time to sign it all over to our 700 self anointed black robed kings.
I don’t believe anyone has a right to tear down a brand new needed gift to the American people out of spite. Democrats didn’t have a right to tear down the new border wall either. It’s not theirs to destroy. Those people are crazy!!
“Gift” or donor influence peddling?
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The donors for the White House ballroom project include major corporations such as Amazon, Apple, Google, Microsoft, Meta (Facebook), Lockheed Martin, and several others. A total of 37 donors are contributing to the estimated $300 million project, which is funded entirely by private
“...judge allows construction...to continue for now”
For now?
As if it might be stopped part way through, and undone? Lol.
The same ones who tear down statues and blow historical items up, are pissed because of efforts to improve the very seat of our own government....why was a “judge” even needed for this work?
And as far as historical importance
The East Wing of the White House, which is being turned into a ballroom, traditionally serves as the entrance for tourists and guests attending events.
IOW - it’s used as a foyer...
Might have been better if they had blocked him and given him a reason to build a new Capitol somewhere else far away from D.C.
Trump can change the location? Never thought about it. You could be on to something. Move it to Greenland. Tick off everyone. I like it.
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