Trump Says Military Structure at White House East Wing Runs On Cost, Ahead of Schedule
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Trump Says Military Structure at White House East Wing Runs On Cost, Ahead of Schedule

Trump says the East Wing project will house a DronePort and military defenses, alongside a privately funded ballroom he claims presidents have wanted for 150 years.

Richard Miniter
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First Published: August 4, 2026, 2:43 PM ET

WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald J. Trump said a military structure under construction at the East Wing of the White House is running on cost and substantially ahead of schedule, calling it the highest level of protection for Washington and future presidents.