Trump’s ballroom survives — for now
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Welcome to The Logoff: President Donald Trump’s ballroom is still happening. What’s the latest? On Friday, Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts stayed a lower court injunction threatening to […]
President Donald Trump's East Wing ballroom construction continued at the White House on August 18, 2026. Chief Justice John Roberts intervened, staying a lower court injunction that would have halted the project hours before it took effect. The order was temporary, pending the full decision from the Supreme Court. The construction, which was already 65% complete, was ongoing with crews working 20 hours a day, seven days a week.
The Supreme Court's decision could have broader implications, as the legal standing of the plaintiffs challenging the project might also be affected.
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