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Trump sued by preservationists seeking architecture review over White House ballroom project

Dec 12, 2025, 8:22 AM | Updated: 9:22 am

Work continues on the construction of the ballroom at the White House, Tuesday, Dec., 9, 2025, in W...

Work continues on the construction of the ballroom at the White House, Tuesday, Dec., 9, 2025, in Washington, where the East Wing once stood. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump was sued on Friday by preservationists seeking an architecture review and congressional approval over his White House ballroom project.

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Trump sued by preservationists seeking architecture review over White House ballroom project