The federal government shutdown will have no impact on construction of the new White House ballroom, ABC News reported Wednesday.
“There will not be a stoppage of ballroom work when the shutdown occurs,” a White House official told ABC News. “Work will continue to be performed as the funds currently supporting are not tied to a FY26 enacted appropriation.”
Earlier this month, it was reported that private donors had pledged $200 million for the project, which could ultimately reach $250 million.
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