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Private Funding of Government Projects

The use of private funding for government projects, including the White House ballroom project, has raised concerns about transparency, accountability, and potential influence.

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Feb 5, 2026

Which private donors have funded major White House renovations historically, and what transparency rules applied?

Private donors — including major corporations such as , and , defense contractors and wealthy individuals like and — have underwritten the Trump administration’s high-profile , with directing tax-dedu...

Jan 15, 2026

What were the key features of the White House Ballroom renovation plans?

The White House Ballroom renovation plans envision demolishing the existing East Wing and replacing it with a two‑level, privately funded “East Wing Modernization” that includes a very large state bal...