Build an Extravagant Ballroom

Did you know the White House is being expanded – marking the first time in almost 75 years? And this is no small addition we are speaking of: The total campus will be almost 30 percent larger. 

President Trump wants a ballroom, so he is creating one of the largest ballrooms in America, 20,000 square feet of lavishness that will fill about a half-acre. The price? Say, $100 million – but not to worry. He says he will pay for it.

Currently, the largest room in the White House accommodates about 300. The Trump ballroom, by contrast, will allow for about 1,500. 

Here's the trick: It won't be completed until late 2026 or early 2027. Trump's presidency will be half over by that time. Some of us are wondering, then, does he really plan on leaving in 2028?