Trump Snaps at Reporter: ‘You Dumb Person’ Over White House Ballroom Costs

President Trump defended the White House ballroom expansion as both ahead of schedule and under budget. He explained that he doubled its size because “we obviously need that.” When a reporter asked why the ballroom needed to grow, Trump shot back, “You’re a dumb person. You are not a smart person.” The ballroom project has seen its estimated cost climb from $200 million to $400 million since last summer. Trump maintains wealthy donors, not taxpayers, will foot the bill. Senate Republicans are debating a $1 billion security package linked to the project. Documents shared with lawmakers outline upgrades to visitor screening, hardened structures, and protections for major events.

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