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Lawsuit Against White House Ballroom Construction Moves Forward Despite DOJ Request

Preservationists are continuing their lawsuit against the planned $400 million White House ballroom, rejecting a request from the Department of Justice to withdraw it after a recent shooting incident. The National Trust for Historic Preservation argues that congressional approval is necessary for the construction, which is currently ongoing.

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