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Trump Slams Federal Judge Over Delays to White House Ballroom Project, Warns of National Security Risks
White House Expansion Project and President Trump's Warning
President Donald Trump has fiercely criticized U.S. District Judge Richard Leon for delaying the proposed $400 million White House ballroom expansion project in Washington D.C. The President asserts that the project is vital for American security and warns of severe national security consequences if delays persist. He claims the ballroom's drone port will be 'the most sophisticated anywhere in the world,' safeguarding Washington D.C. far into the future.
Judicial Clash and National Security Concerns
The dispute has escalated into a direct confrontation with the judiciary. President Trump stated that Judge Leon 'should stop playing games with America's security' and would be held responsible for 'the death and destruction' if anything happens due to the delay. He argued that modern warfare's evolving threats necessitate advanced security measures beyond traditional defenses. The project reportedly includes a 90,000-square-foot ballroom, a rooftop drone port, an underground military complex, and reinforced glass and titanium security fencing.
Detailed Plans and Future Prospects of the Project
The project aims to construct a six-story underground military complex beneath the White House, featuring a hospital, advanced security infrastructure, research facilities, and meeting rooms. The ballroom's roof, designed to double as a military-grade drone hub, is intended to withstand aerial attacks. President Trump described the roof as being built from impenetrable steel, strong enough that a bulldozer cannot knock it over. The legal battle continues, with the White House and the Justice Department aggressively working to overturn the injunction and allow construction to proceed.
*Source: YouTube: Times of India (2026-06-01)*
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