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Alternet.orgApr 2, 2026Opinion

Republicans aren’t jumping to defend Trump as his ballroom hits major roadblock

Chairman Westerman, whose committee has jurisdiction over White House property, declined to comment on legislative support for the ballroom.

Republicans aren’t jumping to defend Trump as his ballroom hits major roadblock
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A federal judge halted construction on a privately funded White House ballroom, ruling that President Trump lacks congressional authorization. Republican committee chairs are reportedly distancing themselves from the project as Democrats use the controversy to highlight legislative priorities.

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