Preservationists are continuing their legal battle against President Trump’s proposed $400 million White House ballroom, despite a request from the Department of Justice to drop the lawsuit after a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Trump and his supporters argue that the ballroom is necessary for presidential security at large events. However, the National Trust for Historic Preservation insists that Congress must authorize such construction, which has not happened. The Trust’s lawsuit claims Trump exceeded his authority by proceeding without necessary approvals. A federal appeals court has allowed the project to continue, with a hearing set for June 5.
QUESTION: How might the construction of a new White House ballroom impact the balance between historical preservation and modern security needs?
National Trust says it won’t drop suit against Trump’s ballroom after DOJ request
