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White House Ballroom Project Blocked | Salt Lake City News
A federal appeals court has halted a $400 million White House ballroom project, ruling that Congress must approve such a major renovation before construction can begin. The D.C. Circuit Court upheld a lower court’s decision in a 2-1 vote, blocking all but limited underground security work and stripping a temporary permit. Led by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, opponents argue the administration overstepped its authority. Despite President Trump’s public claims of progress and a September 28 completion date, the ruling could escalate to the Supreme Court, potentially reshaping…
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