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Federal Appeals Court Halts White House Ballroom Project
August 7, 2026 — A federal appeals court has mandated that the Trump administration cease construction on a $400 million ballroom project at the White House. President Donald Trump has announced plans to appeal the decision to the U.S. Supreme Court.
The court’s ruling comes after concerns were raised regarding the project’s potential implications. Al Jazeera reporter Mike Hanna provided further details about the situation.
As the administration prepares its appeal, reactions from lawmakers and the public are being closely monitored.
