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White House Bunker Project Faces Legal Hurdles Amid Security Claims

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President Trump's ambitious $400 million ballroom renovation at the White House includes a massive underground bunker, Secret Service documents reveal. The secure facility, built beneath what was the East Wing, is being constructed by a contractor to house advanced defenses against drones, bullets, and bioweapons. Trump claims the ballroom protects the bunker from attacks, arguing the project is essential for national security.

However, a federal judge halted construction, ruling it requires congressional approval. The Secret Service insists halting work endangers the president, citing unfinished security upgrades. While the administration appeals, the project's future hinges on resolving these legal and security disputes.