Judge Rules Trump's Controversial White House Ballroom Plan Unlawful

A federal judge has ruled against President Trump's attempt to build a White House ballroom without congressional approval, citing it as unlawful. The controversial project, involving the demolition of the historic East Wing, faced legal challenges from preservationists and was deemed a national security risk by the administration.

A federal judge has once again deemed President Donald Trump’s plans for a White House ballroom unlawful, emphasizing the lack of congressional approval for the project.

Judge Richard Leon criticized Trump's administration for its 'disingenuous' justification that national security concerns required the ballroom's construction to proceed.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation had challenged the project, arguing that Trump overstepped his authority by demolishing part of the historic East Wing and initiating the costly ballroom project funded by corporate donors.