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Court Halts Trump’s White House Ballroom | Odessa News
A federal appeals court has halted Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom project, ruling that Congress—not the president—must approve such major construction. The 2-1 decision sided with preservationists, emphasizing that even privately funded projects require legislative authorization. While underground security work can continue, above-ground construction is frozen until Congress acts. Another of Trump’s big plans—a 250-foot arch near historic sites—also faces pushback from the National Park Service. The administration has 2 weeks to appeal to the Supreme Court, keeping this political…
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