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White House Ballroom Deal Under Fire | US News
The Trump administration’s half-billion-dollar White House ballroom contract is sparking controversy after bypassing competitive bidding through the Executive Residence exemption. While officials and Clark Construction insist the process was legal and transparent, critics question whether taxpayers are paying for a luxury project without public oversight — especially as costs rose and funding claims shift between private donations and taxpayer dollars. Legal challenges persist, with a judge previously blocking demolition of the East Wing, a decision the administration is appealing, citing…
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