Trump’s White House ballroom is expected to get approved days after judge’s ruling halting work

Associated Press (AP) Legal & JudicialNews ReportEN 6 min read 100% complete by By DARLENE SUPERVILLEApril 2, 2026 at 01:53 PM

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A key commission is expected to vote on Thursday regarding the approval of President Trump's proposed new White House ballroom. This vote follows a federal judge's order to halt construction of the $400 million project, which involves demolishing the East Wing. The judge stipulated that work could not continue without congressional approval. The Trump administration had been proceeding with the ballroom construction until the court order. The commission's upcoming vote will determine whether the project can move forward despite the legal challenge.

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Construction involved demolishing the East Wing of the White House.

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The Trump administration was ordered to suspend its construction of a $400 million ballroom.

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A federal judge ordered a halt to construction unless Congress approves the project.

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A key commission is expected to vote on Thursday on whether to approve President Donald Trump’s new White House ballroom.

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West Palm Beach, Fla. 30% Oval Office 30% Joint Base Andrews, Md. 30% Air Force One 40% Washington ×240% East Wing ×250% Congress ×260% Trump administration 70% White House ×880% Donald Trump ×690%

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