What will Donald Trump call his $250 million ballroom? This is what the US President said – The Times of India

There was a lot of speculation about what the MAGA chief would name his new venture after demolishing a prime historic building. Now it’s clearer than ever what the title of $250 million ballroom will be.US President Donald Trump is expected to name his new White House ballroom after himself, senior administration officials say. Officials are already calling it “The President Donald J. Trump Ballroom,” and ABC News was told the name will likely stick.Trump has not publicly confirmed the name. When Mary Bruce, ABC News’ chief White House correspondent, asked if he had chosen a name, Trump smiled and said, “I’m not going to get into that right now.” The president has branded his construction projects with his own name before and this appears to be no different.The 90,000-square-foot ballroom will be built after the entire east wing of the White House is demolished. A White House official confirmed that $350 million has been raised for the project, with construction currently costing $300 million. The official said Trump has received “such positive and overwhelming support for the ballroom that he continues to receive donations,” but did not explain what would happen with the additional $50 million raised.When asked how much of his own money he would contribute, Trump responded, “Oh, millions of dollars. Yeah. Well, I also give, you know, I give a lot of money to the White House. The White House is, as you know, I give my paycheck, and I usually like to send it to the White House because this house was a little bit deserted.”The new ballroom is part of Trump’s vision to put a personal stamp on the White House. When completed in 2026, it will be one of the largest additions to the East Wing in modern history.Fundraising for the ballroom has exceeded expectations, with supporters contributing more than the projected construction costs. Trump’s decision to personally contribute millions strengthens his commitment to the project. The ballroom is expected to host events, ceremonies and state functions, further cementing Trump’s stamp on the White House.