Trump Reveals Bunker Ballroom with Drone Base and Underground Hospital
President Donald Trump shared new insights about a White House ballroom designed like a bunker, which includes a drone base on its roof and a military hospital within a six-story underground facility. While touring the construction site on Tuesday, Trump advocated for a congressional budget of US$1 billion for security enhancements. This request has faced criticism from both Democrats and some Republicans, who consider it excessive given the rising fuel costs and tensions with Iran. Trump stated that the US$400 million cost for the ballroom would be funded by donors, including himself, and coordinated with the military and Secret Service. The 90,000-square-foot venue will surpass the current entertainment capacity, accommodating 1,000 guests, and will overshadow the nearby 18th-century White House.
Key facts
- Trump revealed details of a bunker-like White House ballroom with a drone base and underground hospital.
- The ballroom is part of a six-story subterranean complex.
- Trump requested US$1 billion from Congress for security enhancements.
- Democrats and some Republicans oppose the request as extravagant.
- The US$400 million ballroom cost is covered by donors, including Trump.
- The project is coordinated with the military and Secret Service.
- The ballroom is 90,000 square feet, dwarfing the White House.
- It can accommodate 1,000 people for events.
Entities
Institutions
- White House
- US Congress
- US Secret Service
- US military
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- Washington, D.C.
- United States