White House Ballroom Construction to Continue Through Shutdown, Official Says
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The White House is continuing its ballroom renovation despite the government shutdown, sparking criticism and debate among commenters about priorities and spending.
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maximilianburke
3 months ago
1 replyGotta keep working on the monument to one mans narcissm while thousands (millions?) of government workers go without pay.
WalterBright
3 months ago
5 repliesTrump is paying for it himself, with donations. No government money.
bix6
3 months ago
O this is a donation? https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45442921
diamond559
3 months ago
*bribes
jsutton
3 months ago
If you actually believe that, I have a bridge to sell to you.
SirFatty
3 months ago
When as he ever paid for anything himself?
cozzyd
3 months ago
"Donations"
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