National Trust for Historic Preservation

The National Trust for Historic Preservation is challenging Donald Trump's decision to demolish the White House East Wing and build a 90,000 sq ft ballroom, citing lack of congressional approval, environmental studies, and public input. Trump's Department of Justice claims he can act unilaterally, while Judge Patricia Millet questions the government's ability to reverse decisions like bulldozing the Statue of Liberty.

The Trump administration argues that construction of a $400 million White House ballroom cannot be stopped, while the National Trust for Historic Preservation challenges the project's legal basis. The Supreme Court may soon rule on the case, alongside other pending decisions including restrictions on media access to executions and limits on early prison release under the First Step Act.

The Trump administration's Justice Department argued that courts cannot halt the White House ballroom construction, even if illegal, by comparing it to a hypothetical scenario of demolishing the Statue of Liberty. A federal appeals court panel expressed skepticism about the administration's claim of immunity from legal challenges due to national security and project progress.

President Trump's renovation projects in Washington, D.C., including the 'Great Reflecting Pool,' 'Independence Arch,' and 'White House State Ballroom,' have prompted lawsuits from nonprofit organizations such as The Cultural Landscape Foundation, Public Citizen, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Critics argue the projects are wasteful and unnecessary, with legal challenges targeting the U.S. Department of the Interior and National Park Service.

Lawyers for the federal government argued a court cannot halt construction of a White House ballroom due to ongoing work and security concerns. A judge previously ordered a stop to aboveground construction, but the government claims only Congress can block the $400 million project. The National Trust for Historic Preservation sued to challenge the project after demolition of the White House East Wing began.

Government lawyers argued a court cannot halt construction of a White House ballroom due to ongoing work and national security concerns, stating only Congress could stop the $400 million project. A judge previously ordered a pause on aboveground construction, but underground work on a bunker and security facilities was allowed to continue.

Government attorneys argue that courts cannot halt construction of a Trump-era White House ballroom due to ongoing work and national security concerns. A federal judge previously ordered a pause on aboveground construction, but the government claims only Congress can block the $400 million project. The National Trust for Historic Preservation sued to stop the project after demolition of the White House East Wing began.

The Trump administration argues a recent shooting near the White House validates the need for a new ballroom with enhanced security features. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposes a court order halting construction, citing safety concerns following two attacks this month. The project, funded by private donors according to Trump, faces opposition over costs and historical preservation.

The Trump administration argues a recent shooting near the White House underscores the need for a new ballroom with advanced security features. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposes a court order halting construction of the 90,000-square-foot ballroom, which replaces the East Wing and Jacqueline Kennedy Garden. The project, funded by private donors according to Trump, faces legal challenges from the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

The Trump administration cited a recent shooting near the White House to justify the construction of a new 90,000-square-foot ballroom with enhanced security features, including a drone-proof roof and ballistic glass. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposed a court order halting the project, arguing it is critical for national security, while funding remains contentious due to skepticism over taxpayer use.

The Trump administration cited a recent shooting near the White House to justify the construction of a new secure ballroom, emphasizing features like drone-proof and bulletproof materials. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche argued the project is critical for national security, opposing a court order halting construction, while critics question the use of taxpayer funds.

The Trump administration used a recent shooting near the White House to justify constructing a new 90,000-square-foot ballroom in the East Wing, citing enhanced security features like drone-proof and bulletproof materials. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche argued the project is critical for national security, opposing a court order halting construction. The National Trust for Historic Preservation sued to block the demolition of the East Wing, while Senate Republicans oppose using taxpayer funds for the $1 billion project, which the administration claims will be privately funded.

The Trump administration cites a recent shooting near the White House as justification for constructing a secure ballroom as part of the East Wing Project. The proposed ballroom includes features like a drone-proof roof and bullet-resistant glass. A federal court temporarily halted above-ground construction, but the administration opposes the order, arguing the facility is critical for national security.

The Trump administration cited a recent shooting near the White House to justify the construction of a new secure ballroom in the East Wing, emphasizing features like drone-proof and bulletproof materials. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposed a court order halting construction, arguing the project is critical for national security. The ballroom, part of a $1 billion Secret Service funding proposal, faces opposition over taxpayer use, though Trump claims private donors will cover costs.

The Trump administration argues a recent White House shooting underscores the need for a new secure ballroom with advanced security features. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche opposes a court order halting construction, citing national security, while Senate Republicans question funding. The project faces legal challenges from the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

A man was arrested for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at the White House, prompting the Justice Department to file an emergency motion to halt a lawsuit against the construction of a new White House ballroom. A federal judge initially ordered the construction to stop, but an appeals court later paused the ruling.

Sen. John Fetterman, a Democrat, supported President Donald Trump's push to build a White House ballroom following a security breach at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. The incident, involving alleged shooter Cole Allen, prompted calls for the ballroom to enhance security. The project faces a legal challenge from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which the Justice Department urged to drop.

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) defied Democratic leadership to support President Donald Trump's push for a White House ballroom after a near-shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. The Justice Department urged the National Trust for Historic Preservation to drop its legal challenge against the ballroom project, citing security risks for the president.

The Justice Department is urging the National Trust for Historic Preservation to drop its lawsuit against President Trump's privately funded White House ballroom project, citing a recent assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. DOJ officials argue the existing Washington Hilton ballroom, where the attack occurred, is unsafe for presidential events due to security challenges.

The Justice Department urged the National Trust for Historic Preservation to drop its lawsuit against President Trump's privately funded White House ballroom project, citing a recent assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents' Dinner as justification. DOJ officials argued the lawsuit endangered the president's safety and called for dismissing the case, which challenges Trump's authority to demolish the East Wing for the new ballroom.

President Donald Trump's court battle over a $400 million White House ballroom project has highlighted the existence of a historic underground bunker beneath the East Wing. The bunker, used for presidential safety during crises like 9/11 and 2020 protests, dates to 1942 and remains shrouded in secrecy. A federal appeals court recently allowed construction of the ballroom to continue, excluding safety-related work.

A federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., allowed President Trump to temporarily resume construction of his White House ballroom, citing the need for lower court clarification on legal issues. The decision follows a lawsuit by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which argued the project violates federal laws and lacks congressional approval.

A federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., temporarily allowed President Donald Trump to resume construction of his White House ballroom, granting the administration temporary relief amid legal challenges. The decision stems from a lawsuit by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which argued the project violates federal laws and lacks congressional approval.

An appeals court has ordered a federal judge to reconsider blocking the construction of Trump's White House ballroom, allowing work to continue until April 17 while the administration seeks Supreme Court review. The ruling addresses security concerns raised by the Trump administration, which argues the project includes critical safety measures against threats like drones and biohazards.

An appeals court has ordered a federal judge to reconsider blocking the construction of President Donald Trump's White House ballroom, allowing work to continue until April 17. The court instructed the judge to assess how the injunction impacts national security claims by the administration, which argues the project includes critical safety measures.

A federal appeals court ordered a judge to reconsider national security risks of halting construction of Trump's $400 million White House ballroom, citing insufficient information on security impacts. The case was sent back to the trial judge after the court found the project's security features critical for protecting the president and staff.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation disputes the government's assertion that halting the White House ballroom project poses a national security threat. Preservationists are challenging President Donald Trump's $400 million project in court, arguing that a judge's order blocking construction without Congressional approval is justified.

A federal judge temporarily halted President Trump's plan to demolish the East Wing of the White House for a new ballroom, citing Trump as the 'steward' not 'owner' of the property. The National Trust for Historic Preservation secured a preliminary injunction, prompting the Trump administration to appeal the ruling.