Senate referee blocks Trump's $1 billion ballroom security package

Why this story

Hidden constitutional objection blocks $1 billion taxpayer security funding through obscure parliamentary mechanism.

LEFT FEED REALITY

Parliamentarian MacDonough blocked $1B in taxpayer funds for Trump's ballroom project on procedural grounds Saturday.

RIGHT FEED REALITY

Republicans are already revising the $1B security bill after Saturday's ruling — Thune spokesman calls it 'abnormal' process.

GLOBAL POV

International outlets highlight $1B in public funds trapped in partisan budget fights over presidential facilities.

Hidden Truth

Hidden truth: Ballroom construction continues regardless — AP photographed active work Saturday where the East Wing once stood.

Should taxpayer funds pay for security infrastructure around Trump's ballroom project?

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