President Trump has released a video on his Truth Social website showcasing the construction of the new White House ballroom. This project also serves as a military complex and is located where the East Wing used to stand. Trump has taken a strong personal interest in the construction, which proceeds despite efforts from opposition groups to halt it through legal channels.
The footage shows substantial progress, with the building’s outline completed and several floors partially constructed. Two large cranes are visible, positioned near the Treasury Building.
The Great Ballroom and Military Complex being built at the White House. Very exciting! When completed, it will be the finest of its kind, anywhere in the World! President DONALD J. TRUMP.
This message accompanied the video shared on X by MAGA Voice, a Trump-supporting account with 1.5 million followers.
Ballroom History
Trump first revealed plans for a new White House ballroom in May 2025 during an NBC interview, mentioning he was considering several design concepts. By July 2025, then Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt formally announced the new building at the White House.
The project will encompass around 90,000 square feet, accommodate 650 guests, and cost approximately $200 million. The funding comes from President Trump and other donors. In October 2025, the East Wing, dating back to 1902, was demolished.
Initially, Trump claimed the new ballroom would not affect the existing White House structure. However, Leavitt later noted that the plan changed due to architectural and construction advice.
In April 2026, the National Capital Planning Commission, primarily composed of Trump allies, approved the proposal with an 8-1 vote.
Legal Complications
Trump’s ballroom project faced significant opposition, particularly from conservation groups such as the National Trust for Historic Preservation. In March 2026, U.S. District Judge Richard Leon ordered construction to stop, except for security-related work. The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals later put Leon’s ruling on hold, allowing construction to continue.
In August 2026, the D.C. Circuit upheld Leon’s initial ruling, stating congressional approval was necessary. However, the Supreme Court issued an injunction allowing work to resume. Trump expressed gratitude for this decision on Truth Social.
Trump has defended the complex as essential for national security, incorporating bomb shelters and top-secret military facilities.
Rising Cost
The ballroom’s projected cost has risen significantly from the initial $200 million estimate. By March 2026, Trump acknowledged the cost could reach $400 million. Later, The Washington Post reported an internal estimate from the contractor, Clark Construction, suggesting the final cost might be $600 million.
Triumphal Arch
President Trump is also proposing a 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington Memorial Bridge in Washington, D.C. The National Capital Planning Commission approved this proposal in July. By September, Trump stated modifications to the arch plans were requested by the U.S. military. These changes include using the arch as a military complex, equipped with drones, snipers, and significant ammunition storage.
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