Global Politics Report Editorial

Trump asks US Supreme Court to allow $400m ballroom project to proceed

Appeals court previously ruled that Trump administration must seek authorisation from Congress to continue with project.

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Source: Al Jazeera

Politics desk: Congress

Published: Aug. 14, 2026 at 03:02 PM ET

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Original source: Al Jazeera