Trump's ballroom costs are rising. What we know about the secret underground bunker
The development costs of President Trump's White House ballroom keep rising — as does speculation about what the finished project, including its underground complex, will look like. The big picture: Trump 's ballroom project is more than a simple remodel of the East Wing. It's a complete overhaul featuring what appears to be a military-grade underground bunker, meant to protect and secure the…
President Trump's plans for the White House ballroom are growing in cost and complexity, with speculation mounting about the finished product, including a secret underground bunker. The ballroom project, which has already expanded from an initial $200 million estimate to a current projection of $600 million, is more than just a remodel of the East Wing.
It also includes an underground complex, reportedly around 22,000 square feet, with features like drone-proof features, bomb shelters, and medical facilities. The White House claims these upgrades are necessary to protect the president from drones, missiles, and biohazards, citing past security concerns as justification. However, specifics about the ballroom and underground complex remain classified, and the project remains in legal limbo as it requires congressional approval.
The project's total cost is expected to be around $900 million, with additional spending on other White House upgrades like a helipad and a visitor screening center.
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