White House ballroom construction can continue for now, appeals court says
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An appeals court ruled that White House ballroom construction can continue while the Trump administration challenges a lower court.
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An appeals court has ruled that construction on the White House ballroom can continue for now. This decision comes as the Trump administration is challenging a lower court ruling. The lower court had determined that the estimated $300-million project requires congressional approval. The Trump administration is currently disputing this requirement.
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The Trump administration is challenging a lower court ruling that the $300-million project requires congressional approval.
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Appeals court rules Trump's White House ballroom construction can temporarily move forward - NBC News

Federal judges say White House ballroom construction can continue, for now - The Washington Post
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