White House begins demolition of part of East Wing for Trump's ballroom
President Trump previously said his ballroom addition to the White House East Wing wouldn't "interfere" with the building's existing structure.
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President Trump previously said his ballroom addition to the White House East Wing wouldn't "interfere" with the building's existing structure.
President Trump has sought to raise $200 million for a new White House ballroom — and has tapped these megacompanies and wealthy individuals for donations.
The White House is weighing Ukraine's request for long-range Tomahawk missiles to defend the country against Russian forces, Vice President JD Vance said Sunday.
The Trump administration is raising the stakes as Congress faces a looming deadline to pass a government funding bill.
The Trump administration announced in July that a 90,000-square-foot ballroom with a seated capacity for 650 people will be constructed in the White House's East Wing.
The White House budget office is considering layoffs as a government shutdown looms.
President Trump has so far raised $200 million for a new White House ballroom from some of the nation's biggest companies.
A White House official confirmed the extra funds would be directed to the U.S. Marshals Service and would also include enhanced protection for Supreme Court justices.
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed plans for a July 4, 2026 fight at the White House to mark America's 250th birthday.
CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs already imposed and new ones announced by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.
The approximately $200 million project will be funded by President Trump and other private donors, White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said.
President Trump hosted a celebratory event at the White House to sign his "one big, beautiful bill."
President Trump plugged a "championship" UFC fight on the White House grounds next year.
The travel restrictions have triggered fear, frustration and calls for action among the affected communities.
Despite President Trump's promise of cuts, the federal government has spent more than $200 billion more in his first 100 days than the same time period last year.
Amazon said it had considered listing import charges on some products, but said the idea wasn't approved and won't happen.
The Trump administration is highlighting its aggressive immigration enforcement to mark President Trump's first 100 days.
The 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll was held only hours after Pope Francis died at age 88.
See a full list of the oldest presidents, both during their time in the Oval Office and beyond.
President Donald Trump again suggested he may try to run for a third term in office, despite limits set by the 12th and 22nd Amendments.
"Give it up, or there will be consequences," said White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, speaking about Iran's nuclear program.
President Trump is planning to invoke a wartime law known as the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 as soon as Friday to authorize the summary deportation of some migrants.
In an Oval Office meeting, Vance and Trump accused Zelenskyy of being "disrespectful." Afterward, Zelenskyy and Ukrainian officials were told to leave.
Video shows President Trump and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy having a contentious meeting at the White House.
The White House on Tuesday demanded the AP alter its style guidance of the Gulf of Mexico, which President Trump renamed last month.
