White House Ballroom Construction Resumes

The Trump administration argued that halting the massive construction project would amount to a national security threat, a claim that the three-judge panel found compelling enough to allow work to continue until Friday.

The project has faced intense criticism from lawmakers who argue it requires congressional approval and is an inappropriate use of executive power.

The $400 million ballroom is a central part of the President's plan to remake the capital's image.

The legal battle over the project is expected to continue as the court weighs the broader implications of executive authority.