Karoline Leavitt Fumes Over NY Times Feature Slamming Design of Trump’s Supersized Ballroom
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Key Points:
- President Trump is promoting his $400 million White House ballroom project, which has faced criticism for being rushed and poorly designed, according to a New York Times investigation.
- The White House defended the project through Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, emphasizing that Trump and his lead architect have global experience and that the project will not cost taxpayers.
- Experts involved in the Times report, including an architect and urban planner, criticized the project's evolving design and aggressive timeline, noting construction plans are moving forward despite ongoing changes.
- Concerns highlighted include the ballroom's disproportionate size dominating the White House complex, design flaws such as blocked views by columns, fake windows, and a large rooftop area.
- The National Capital Planning Commission was set to give final approval despite these issues, with some experts questioning the feasibility of the rushed schedule and design process.
