Trump Pushes MAGA Makeovers Amid Costly Washington Renovations

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President Trump promotes a string of MAGA renovations in Washington, including a $400 million White House ballroom and updates to the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, with costs ballooning from an initial $200 million. Senate Republicans are seeking about $1 billion in taxpayer money for security upgrades related to the upgrades. Trump defended the ballooning costs on Truth Social, while polls show mixed support for the renovations and a noticeable enthusiasm gap around the projects.
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- Trump ballroom project security funding included in $72B GOP enforcement bill Politico
- Senate GOP fears $1B for White House ballroom represents political landmine The Hill
- Democrats vow to fight $1 billion Senate security proposal for White House ballroom WRIC ABC 8News
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