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Democrats Claim Trump Tax Bill Funds White House Ballroom
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🗓 19 Jun 2026, 03:31 AM
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Democrats allege that $350 million from a Trump administration tax bill has been allocated to fund a White House ballroom. The funds were reportedly diverted from accounts meant for the US Secret Service.
Democrats have asserted that a sum of $350 million, originating from a tax bill enacted under the Trump administration, has been utilized for the construction of a White House ballroom. This financial allocation has drawn criticism from Democratic lawmakers.
According to statements made by Democrats, the aforementioned funds were originally designated for the U.S. Secret Service. Specifically, the money was intended to enhance training capabilities for the agency, particularly in light of assassination attempts on the president that occurred last year.
The diversion of these funds from security-related purposes to a White House renovation project has become a point of contention, with Democrats questioning the administration's priorities.
According to statements made by Democrats, the aforementioned funds were originally designated for the U.S. Secret Service. Specifically, the money was intended to enhance training capabilities for the agency, particularly in light of assassination attempts on the president that occurred last year.
The diversion of these funds from security-related purposes to a White House renovation project has become a point of contention, with Democrats questioning the administration's priorities.