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June 16, 2026
Trump's White House Ballroom Cost Soars to $600 Million, Half Funded by Taxpayers
- The cost of the White House ballroom has increased from $400 million to $600 million, with half expected to come from taxpayers.
- Clark Construction's internal estimates revealed that taxpayer funding was always anticipated for the project.
- Despite earlier assurances from President Trump, recent disclosures indicate significant public funds will be used for security-related expenses.
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- Trump’s ballroom now set to cost $600 million - with half coming from taxpayers, new report revealsJun 16, 2026 at 1:33 PM · Independent
- White House ballroom costs may rise to $600M, with half coming from taxpayers: ReportJun 16, 2026 at 3:28 PM · The Hill