Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | Cranes are seen last month over the area where the East Wing once stood and where President Donald Trump has been seeking to construct a ballroom. (Peter W. Stevenson/The Washington Post) | | | | | | |  What to know A federal judge halted construction of President Trump's White House ballroom, ruling he lacks authority to fund it through private donations. Judge Richard Leon stated Trump needs congressional approval for such projects. The National Trust for Historic Preservation sued, arguing the project was illegal. Trump criticized the lawsuit, while the administration plans to appeal. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |
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