President Donald Trump visited a Florida stone supplier to purchase marble and onyx for the White House Ballroom project. The shopping center in Lake Worth, Florida, where the visit took place, includes businesses like A1 Plus Stone Design specializing in stone products. Trump’s personal funds, not public money, will cover the cost of the materials.
The new ballroom aims to address space constraints at the White House for hosting formal events and state functions. Trump has been actively involved in the design process, meeting with staff and agencies to discuss features and planning. The project, set to be located in the East Wing, is expected to involve outside architects and construction teams.
The White House has released images of a classically styled building with ornate interiors for the ballroom. It is designed to accommodate more guests than current spaces and eliminate the need for temporary outdoor tents during events. Private donations, including contributions from Trump, are expected to cover the construction costs, estimated to be in the hundreds of millions of dollars.
