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Federal judges say White House ballroom construction can continue, for now

The 2-1 ruling sends the case back to a lower court as judges weigh whether the White House project needs congressional approval.

  • A federal appeals court allowed President Trump to continue construction of a new White House ballroom for another week while judges consider the project.
  • A historic preservation group challenged the legality of the project, arguing that Congress needed to approve it, which a district judge agreed with.
  • Trump's lawyers argued the ballroom upgrades involve national security features and are not merely cosmetic.
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Court allows White House ballroom construction to continue for now

A U.S. Court of Appeals on Saturday ruled that ​construction on a new White House ballroom ‌sought by President Donald Trump can proceed until at least April 17.

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The Detroit News broke the news in Detroit, United States on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
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