Donald Trump’s White House ballroom project faces continued legal challenges despite likely approval from Washington planning authorities on Thursday. The National Capital Planning Commission will vote on the “East Wing Modernization Project,” marking the final procedural step.
A federal judge has ruled construction must halt until Congress provides statutory authorization, following a lawsuit. The project has drawn criticism, with tens of thousands of public comments registered against the lavish East Wing plans.
The Commission is chaired by one of Mr. Trump’s former lawyers. Despite the panel’s anticipated approval, the legal fight over the enormous construction project is expected to continue.