Senate Republicans axe $1bn for Trump's new White House ballroom
The U.S. Senate has advanced an immigration spending bill after removing $1 billion in funding intended for a new White House ballroom project. The funding was originally requested by President Trump for security upgrades following a shooting incident.
Why it matters
The move represents a legislative check on executive spending priorities and highlights ongoing partisan friction regarding White House construction projects.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Max Matza Getty Images Construction at the White House, with the ballroom project seen on the right The US Senate has voted to advance a stalled immigration spending bill after Republicans removed $1bn (£745m) in funding for President Donald Trump s new White House ballroom.
The framing emphasizes the 'setback' to Trump's plans and includes critical context regarding the 'anti-weaponisation fund' and the 2021 Capitol riots.
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