A US appeals court has blocked President Donald Trump’s proposed $400 million ballroom project at the White House, according to Reuters. The ruling prevents construction from moving forward while legal questions surrounding the project are resolved.
The court’s decision follows arguments that the administration cannot proceed with the ballroom without approval from Congress. The project has faced legal challenges over the authority to undertake major construction at the White House and the use of funds for the work.
The ruling could send the dispute to the Supreme Court. Trump has indicated that he will seek further review, while the appeals court decision keeps the project on hold unless a higher court intervenes.
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