Trump’s New White House Ballroom: A Bunker‑Like Dome With Drone Tech

Donald Trump announced a massive new space at the White House that he claims will look like a bunker and can host up to 1,000 guests. The proposed building is planned to be 90,000 square feet, larger than the historic residence itself.

Key features highlighted by Trump:

• Hardened roof and thick titanium fencing so strong that even a bulldozer cannot break it.
• Walls made of “impenetrable steel.”
• Windows 4 inches thick, crafted from a special glass that appears invisible.
• The roof will double as a drone base capable of hosting unlimited drones and designed to deflect attacks without damage, providing protection for the entire capital.

The complex is a six‑story underground facility that will include:

• A ballroom for large events.
• A military hospital.
• Research facilities (focus undisclosed).

Trump said the project aims to improve security following a recent attempt on his life at a Washington hotel. He is requesting $1 billion from Congress for these upgrades.

Criticism has emerged:

• Some Democrats and a few Republicans view the request as extravagant, especially amid rising fuel costs and fallout from Trump’s conflict with Iran.
• The White House has declined to provide further details.

The proposal remains controversial as the country heads toward the November midterm elections, sparking debate over spending priorities and national security needs.