Republicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroom
Republican senators are reconsidering a proposal for $1 billion in security funding for the White House and President Trump's ballroom due to insufficient party support. The proposal has faced criticism from some GOP lawmakers who question the costs and details provided by the White House. As a result, the effort to include this funding in a larger bill may be abandoned, reflecting broader concerns about party priorities amidst voter affordability issues.
- ▪Republican senators are considering dropping a $1 billion security funding proposal for the White House and Trump's ballroom.
- ▪The proposal has not gained enough support among GOP lawmakers, leading to its potential abandonment.
- ▪Critics within the party are questioning the necessity and details of the funding amid rising costs for voters.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onRepublicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroomRepublican senators are considering dropping a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom after it has failed to win enough party support on Capitol HillByMARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press, KEVIN FREKING Associated Press, and JOEY CAPPELLETTI Associated PressMay 20, 2026, 2:07 PM1:43The Ballroom construction site can be seen as President Donald Trump tours the area at the White House, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington.
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