The White House suspended public tours due to the construction of a 90,000-square-foot ballroom requested by President Donald Trump.

The project , which is estimated to cost $200 million, is scheduled to begin in September. Trump and private donors will cover the cost , according to the White House .

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The ballroom is expected to accommodate up to 650 people, more than triple the current 200-person capacity of the East Room, allowing for larger-scale events .

White House tours are typically arranged through congressional representatives. Some lawmakers have updated their web

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