Courtroom Clash: Trump's White House Ballroom Faces Legal Challenges

The legal battle over President Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project heats up as a preservation group seeks a preliminary injunction. The National Trust for Historic Preservation argues the project bypassed necessary approvals and environmental reviews. A federal judge is set to hear the case.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 22-01-2026 16:32 IST | Created: 22-01-2026 16:32 IST
Courtroom Clash: Trump's White House Ballroom Faces Legal Challenges
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A courtroom clash is set to unfold as U.S. President Donald Trump's ambitious plan to construct a $400 million ballroom at the White House faces significant legal hurdles.

District Judge Richard Leon will consider a preservation group's plea for a preliminary injunction to halt the controversial project, arguing it flouts federal regulations and lacks required approvals.

The administration defends the ballroom's legality, citing a history of presidential renovations and the ongoing evolution of its design, as legal battles continue to stall construction plans.

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