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May 5, 2026

Senate Republicans Propose $1 Billion for White House Security Amid Ongoing Ballroom Controversy

  • Senate Republicans proposed $1 billion for security-related aspects of the East Wing Modernization Project, part of a broader $70 billion immigration enforcement package.
  • The funding is designated for the U.S. Secret Service to enhance security features, including missile-resistant structures and blast-proof glass, following a recent assassination attempt on President Trump.
  • Despite the funding, the ballroom's construction remains controversial, facing legal challenges and opposition from Democrats, who have introduced legislation to regulate the project.

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