"Trump is facing growing criticism over his ballroom project after initially saying the construction wouldn't "interfere" with the original structure and that it would cost $200 million. Driving the news: The timeline details the White House's original design plans in 1791 and includes dates of notable additions, such as the Oval Office and briefing room. The latest: The administration has now sprinkled in unrelated political references, with nods to the " Bill Clinton Scandal" involving his relationship with Monica Lewinsky that dominated news headlines in 1998."
"Another post features a photo of Obama wearing a white turban and robe during a 2006 visit to Kenya, which it baselessly claims is a "Muslim Brotherhood Visit," claiming Trump's predecessor in 2012 was hosting a group that "promotes Islamist extremism and has ties to Hamas." The photograph began circulating during Obama's first presidential campaign amid false claims that the Christian leader is a Muslim - something Trump has previously speculated about."
"Zoom in: Several entries target Biden. The former president is pictured in 2023 and 2024 for "Trans Day of Visibility," with a note that he established the day on Easter Sunday in 2024. Another entry speculates, without evidence, that his son Hunter Biden may have been responsible for a bag containing cocaine found in the West Wing lobby in 2023. Flashback: White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said at the time that the cocaine was found in a "heavily traveled area" where many visitors pass through."
Trump proposed a large-scale ballroom remodel he initially said would not interfere with the original structure and estimated at $200 million. A White House timeline traces the original 1791 design and later additions, including the Oval Office and briefing room. The timeline includes politicized references and unverified items, such as a nod to the Bill Clinton–Monica Lewinsky scandal and a baseless photo claim about Obama. Several entries target Biden and speculate, without evidence, about Hunter Biden and a cocaine bag found in the West Wing lobby. Preservation groups worry the remodel could compromise the historic landmark's integrity.
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