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District of Columbia Construction News

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May 26, 2026

Proposed White House Ballroom Project Stalls Amid Legal and Legislative Hurdles

The proposed White House ballroom project faces delays amid ongoing legal battles and congressional resistance.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 27, 2026

HOSU Korea Opens New Georgetown Retail Store at 1515 Wisconsin Ave NW

HOSU Korea opens a new retail location at 1515 Wisconsin Ave, NW in Washington, D.C.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 27, 2026

Federal Government Plans $1B White House East Wing Ballroom and Monument Renovations

Recent federal projects include a proposed $1 billion ballroom at the White House East Wing and aesthetic modifications to the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington, D.C.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 26, 2026

Franks Wild Years Sets June 2 Opening for 1345 S Street NW Buildout

Franks Wild Years confirms an opening date of June 2 for its new establishment at 1345 S Street, NW in Washington, D.C.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 26, 2026

White House Ballroom Renovation Underway Amid Presidential Economic Remarks

President Trump inspects the White House ballroom construction site in Washington, D.C. as he addresses rising gas prices.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 26, 2026

National Mall Desert Storm Memorial Set for Fall Completion in Washington D.C.

A new memorial dedicated to Operation Desert Storm veterans is scheduled for dedication on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. this fall.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 22, 2026

$72B DHS and Justice Spending Package Stalls Amid Senate GOP Funding Dispute

Senate Republicans stall a $72 billion immigration and justice funding package amid conflicts over a $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund and a rejected $220 million White House ballroom security upgrade.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 13, 2026

$1B White House East Wing Modernization Project Poised for Secret Service Security Upgrades

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Republicans are negotiating a $1 billion Secret Service funding package to support the White House East Wing Modernization Project.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 21, 2026

$72B Immigration Infrastructure Package Stalls Amid Congressional Funding Disputes

Senate Republicans delay a $72 billion immigration enforcement bill following internal disputes over a $1.776 billion administration 'anti-weaponization' fund and the removal of a $220 million White House security project.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 26, 2026

Trump Administration Accelerates 90K SF White House Ballroom Project Following Security Concerns

The Trump administration is leveraging recent security incidents at the White House to push for the continuation of a $400 million, high-security ballroom project currently facing legal challenges.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 18, 2026

Senate Funding Revisions Stall White House Ballroom Expansion Timeline

Senate Republicans are revising security funding for the White House ballroom expansion project, creating new uncertainty for the development timeline.

Washington–Arlington, DC
May 19, 2026

29.4 Million Square Feet of Office Space Currently Under Construction Nationwide

The U.S. office sector reports nearly 29.4 million square feet of space under construction as of April 2026, with Manhattan leading national sales at $2.85 billion.

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