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politics14 days ago•2 min saved

Historic group seeks Supreme Court halt on White House ballroom expansion

A historic preservation group urged the Supreme Court to suspend the White House ballroom project while it reviews its legality, arguing the administration lacks statutory authority to demolish part of the White House and replace it with a privately funded ballroom; the case follows a divided appeals court pause on above-ground work, with the project now about 65% complete and featuring an underground facility for national security.

via The Guardian|

#ballroom-project #federal-authority #historic-preservation

politics18 days ago•1 min saved

Court asked to let White House ballroom work proceed

The Supreme Court is being asked to allow continued construction of the White House East Wing ballroom as the National Trust for Historic Preservation challenges the project for starting without required federal review and public input; the White House says the ballroom and associated facilities are privately funded and do not require congressional approval, placing the dispute within broader Washington renovations.

via BBC|

#ballroom-project #historic-preservation #judicial-review

politics9 months ago•2 min saved

Democrats Scramble to Uncover Trump Ballroom Donor Secrets

Congressional Democrats have made multiple requests for information about President Trump's $300 million ballroom project, but have received little to no response from the White House or involved organizations, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.

via CBS News|

#ballroom-project #democrats #oversight-requests

politics10 months ago•3 min saved

Controversy Grows Over White House East Wing Expansion Amid Preservation Concerns

A historic preservation group has urged the Trump administration to pause the demolition of the White House East Wing, which is underway to make room for a new ballroom, citing concerns over the impact on the building's historic integrity and lack of public review. Despite these concerns, the project continues, with supporters emphasizing it as a necessary improvement to the White House.

via CNN|

#ballroom-project #east-wing-demolition #historic-preservation