(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump has announced a new $200 million expansion of the White House , with construction to be handled by Clark Construction, a national firm with offices across Virginia .

The project will add a new State Ballroom to the White House grounds with approximately 90,000 square feet of event space. The White House said the expansion will allow for official gatherings and state functions to be held without setting up large outdoor tents. The ballroom will have seating for up to 650 people, more than triple the capacity of the East Room.

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