"The big picture: With three years left in his term, Trump is unleashing the full force of the federal government to push ambitious assignments meant to leave a lasting imprint - if they can be delivered on time. 1. A new moonshot: Trump set a 2028 target for a crewed return to the moon last month, reviving a long-delayed goal that has slipped across multiple administrations because of technical challenges, cost and shifting priorities."
"White House ballroom: Trump's new 1,000-person ballroom on the site of the former East Wing is expected to be completed in the summer of 2028, according to a National Park Service assessment revealed in a court filing. Trump says the new ballroom is projected to cost $400 million, funded via private donations, and will span 90,000 square feet. Trump replaced the project's original architect, and preservationists are suing to block construction."
"3. New Air Force One: The first of two new Air Force One jets from Boeing is now expected to be delivered in mid-2028 - a timeline that is six years behind the project's original schedule. Trump's frustrations with Boeing's delays and his desire to fly in a new jet are clear. A model of the new Air Force One - with his preferred paint scheme - is a staple of the Oval Office."
With three years remaining, the administration is mobilizing federal resources to complete several high-profile projects on accelerated timelines. A crewed lunar return is targeted for 2028, with a goal of establishing a permanent moon base by 2030 and NASA leadership committing to the timeframe. A new 1,000-person White House ballroom is planned for summer 2028, estimated at $400 million in private funding, prompting legal challenges and an architect replacement. Two new Air Force One jets are now expected for delivery in mid-2028 after significant delays, while a Boeing 747-8 from Qatar is being retrofitted for presidential use. A prototype missile shield has been ordered.
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