Historic group files lawsuit against Trump over White House project

The National Trust for Historic Preservation has filed a lawsuit against President Trump to block the construction of a new ballroom on White House grounds, arguing that no president can demolish parts of the White House or construct on public property without public review. The Trust contends that required approvals were not sought before demolishing the East Wing and starting the ballroom project. Trump’s administration claims that the demolition did not require approval, differentiating it from new construction. The lawsuit seeks to halt the project until proper reviews and approvals are completed.