The Senate parliamentarian has ruled against a proposal by Senate Republicans to allocate federal funding for security at a planned White House ballroom project, according to a US official. The decision, made on Saturday, May 16, 2026, was seen as a win for Democrats who opposed the use of taxpayer funds for the project.
The ballroom, a project associated with President Donald Trump, had been included in a proposed spending package. The parliamentarian's ruling blocks the specific security funding, though the broader spending bill remains under consideration.
Details of the exact amount of funding proposed or the specific security measures were not immediately available. The ruling does not affect other aspects of the White House renovation or security budget.
