Fact Check: Do Republicans want taxpayers to pay $1 billion for a White House ballroom?

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Claimant: Marcy Kaptur (D)

Claim: Republicans “want you to pay $1 Billion for a ballroom.”

Rating: MOSTLY TRUE

Explanation: A Senate bill seeks $1 billion for security features tied to the White House’s East Wing Modernization project, which includes the ballroom. However, the bill states the money cannot be used for non-security elements.

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Date: 05/11/2026

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Last Updated on May 11, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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