US appeals court blocks Trump's White House ballroom project

In early August 2026, a US appeals court upheld an injunction that halts construction of a $400 million ballroom at the White House, dealing a setback to President Donald Trump's project. The court ruled that the construction cannot proceed without congressional approval, and the decision paves the way for a potential Supreme Court review. Trump has vowed to appeal, arguing that the ruling jeopardizes the safety of future presidents.