Interest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnThe ruling said that congressional approval is needed for the project.August 7, 2026, 11:04 AMA federal appeals court has issued a ruling blocking the construction of President Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom, concluding that congressional approval is needed for the project. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.Popular Reads24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events