Global Politics Report Editorial

Supreme Court clears way for Trump to keep building White House ballroom

But Chief Justice John Roberts dissents, writing that "construction is likely unlawful".

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Source: BBC News

Politics desk: Congress

Published: Aug. 31, 2026 at 06:38 PM ET

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Original source: BBC News