White House

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Last mentioned: Mar 19, 2026

Timeline

  1. Proposed Construction Start

    The White House's target date for beginning aboveground work on the new event space.

  2. Ruling Deadline

    Expected date for the judge's decision on the temporary injunction request.

  3. District Court Hearing

    Judge Leon hears arguments from the DOJ and the National Trust regarding the ballroom project.

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Judge Rebukes DOJ Over $400M White House Ballroom Project

U.S. District Judge Richard J. Leon expressed sharp skepticism toward Department of Justice arguments defending a $400 million plan to demolish the White House East Wing for a new ballroom. The judge mocked the DOJ's characterization of the massive project as a mere 'alteration,' signaling a potential injunction in favor of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

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