The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 on August 31, 2026, that construction of a ballroom at the White House can continue, lifting a previous block on above-ground work. The ruling came as President Trump stated that the project is necessary for national security. The decision reverses a lower court ruling that would have restricted construction until Congress provided additional approvals. Five conservative justices, including all three of Trump's appointees, supported the ruling.
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Supreme Court Allows White House Ballroom Construction to Proceed
On August 31, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled 5-4 to allow the continuation of White House ballroom construction, stating it is necessary for national security. This ruling overturns a lower court's decision that had placed restrictions on the project pending further congressional approvals.
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