Appeals Court Blocks Trump's White House Ballroom Project
Summary
A federal appeals court ruled 2-1 that the White House lacks the authority to unilaterally construct a 90,000-square-foot ballroom, prompting President Trump to announce an immediate appeal to the Supreme Court.
How coverage differs
- Left: Federal appeals court's decision to block President Trump's proposed Left-leaning outlets highlight the federal appeals court's decision to block President Trump's proposed $400 million White House ballroom project, emphasizing the legal challenge to his authority. They also feature criticism from figures like Hillary Clinton, who compared the 'makeover' to Saddam Hussein's excesses.
- Center: Appeals court halts White House ballroom; administration plans Supreme Court appeal Center outlets focus on the legal process, reporting the appeals court's 2-1 decision that blocks the White House ballroom project due to a lack of congressional approval. They highlight President Trump's immediate reaction and his stated intention to appeal the ruling to the Supreme Court.