Trump Allies Included in Board Deciding Ballroom's Fate

Trump's $300 Million White House Ballroom: A Controversial ProposalThe National Capital Planning Commission, chaired by Trump appointee Will Scharf, is tasked with reviewing a $300 million, 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom proposal. The project, which includes demolishing the East Wing, has raised concerns due to its high cost, scale, and lack of transparency. The commission, which typically reviews less controversial projects, is now at the center of a political battle, with some members expressing quiet concerns about speaking openly about the design. The project's approval could nearly double the size of the executive mansion and host up to 1,000 guests. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.