Federal Court Halts White House Ballroom Construction Pending Congressional Approval
A U.S. District Court judge has ordered an immediate halt to the White House ballroom construction project, a pet initiative of President Trump, citing the need for congressional authorization. The ruling comes after a lawsuit filed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which argued against the project's procedural irregularities and potential impact on a historic landmark. The judge's decision, while temporarily delayed for an expected appeal, underscores the legal and historical complexities surrounding alterations to the iconic presidential residence.
By Ann Curry