US Supreme Court temporarily permits White House ballroom construction

The United States Supreme Court has temporarily cleared the way for construction to continue on a proposed $400 million ballroom at the White House. Chief Justice John Roberts issued a short administrative order pausing a lower court ruling that had blocked major portions of the development.

The stay provides the justices time to evaluate an emergency appeal submitted by the administration. The project was previously halted following a legal challenge filed by a historic preservation group aimed at protecting heritage grounds. Under the temporary directive, work on the executive site may proceed while the high court considers whether to issue a longer stay during the full appeal.

Sources: Der Spiegel, Der Standard, Die Zeit, FAZ, ORF