Let's face it: there's no good reason to deny the construction of the ballroom.

[berg80]

It was a dilapidated structure that had basically been relegated to the status of museum.

That's an overt lie asserted in defense of the indefensible.

 

[justoffal]

Building a big, ugly Victorian ballroom for nobles in a place meant to serve the people seems in poor taste

Might as well tear down the entire White House complex in that case

 

[justoffal]

What was in poor taste was having heads of state and movers and shakers use outhouses on state visits.

Yeah....no shit....(No pun intended)

 

[Mashmont]

The overblown childishness that he needs to get permission from Congress to build the ballroom—under which there will be doomsday bunkers for the president, his family, and other officials—is on its face basically absurd and definitely politically motivated.

With the largest obstacle being removed immediately via private donations, the only thing left for the opposers to do is drown in TDS and try to pretend that they actually have a legal status behind the arguments that they're making.

Honestly, I don't think anyone who does any serious thinking on the matter is fooled by the political chicanery involved here; and the historical preservationists are reduced to mere idiots in the face of the fact that the old structure is long gone.

Appeals court says Trump White House ballroom construction can proceed for now | CNN Politics https://share.google/NFO2Fv0Rh5tlJFn31

Source: Reuters https://share.google/kDJyVB6EfU1PdOCqv
Jo

"Yeah, but it's Trump doing it."

 

[justoffal]

"Yeah, but it's Trump doing it."

Ahhhh! We have a connection!

 

[Dragonlady]

The overblown childishness that he needs to get permission from Congress to build the ballroom—under which there will be doomsday bunkers for the president, his family, and other officials—is on its face basically absurd and definitely politically motivated.

With the largest obstacle being removed immediately via private donations, the only thing left for the opposers to do is drown in TDS and try to pretend that they actually have a legal status behind the arguments that they're making.

Honestly, I don't think anyone who does any serious thinking on the matter is fooled by the political chicanery involved here; and the historical preservationists are reduced to mere idiots in the face of the fact that the old structure is long gone.

Appeals court says Trump White House ballroom construction can proceed for now | CNN Politics https://share.google/NFO2Fv0Rh5tlJFn31

Source: Reuters https://share.google/kDJyVB6EfU1PdOCqv
Jo

"Private donations" are the exact reason why the construction of the ballroom should NOT proceed. There is no record of who gave what amounts, nor is there a requirement for an audit of the funds. This is the "Inauguration Fund" debacle all over again, and there has NEVER been an accounting or an audit of what happened to that money.

Who are these "donors" and what are they getting in return for their bribe money??? We will never know.

 

[justoffal]

"Private donations" are the exact reason why the construction of the ballroom should NOT proceed. There is no record of who gave what amounts, nor is there a requirement for an audit of the funds. This is the "Inauguration Fund" debacle all over again, and there has NEVER been an accounting or an audit of what happened to that money.

Who are these "donors" and what are they getting in return for their bribe money??? We will never know.

It doesn't matter once it's turned over it becomes government property.... It's ridiculous for you to bring up the subject since 80% of the donations flowing in to DC are private.. your only issue with this is politics.

 

[rightwinger]

What was in poor taste was having heads of state and movers and shakers use outhouses on state visits.

They weren’t outhouses
They were portable restroom trailers

 

[rightwinger]

"Private donations" are the exact reason why the construction of the ballroom should NOT proceed. There is no record of who gave what amounts, nor is there a requirement for an audit of the funds. This is the "Inauguration Fund" debacle all over again, and there has NEVER been an accounting or an audit of what happened to that money.

Who are these "donors" and what are they getting in return for their bribe money??? We will never know.

No idea of what favors were provided for donations
Also donations are deducted from their taxes

 

[sartre play]

The overblown childishness that he needs to get permission from Congress to build the ballroom—under which there will be doomsday bunkers for the president, his family, and other officials—is on its face basically absurd and definitely politically motivated.

With the largest obstacle being removed immediately via private donations, the only thing left for the opposers to do is drown in TDS and try to pretend that they actually have a legal status behind the arguments that they're making.

Honestly, I don't think anyone who does any serious thinking on the matter is fooled by the political chicanery involved here; and the historical preservationists are reduced to mere idiots in the face of the fact that the old structure is long gone.

Appeals court says Trump White House ballroom construction can proceed for now | CNN Politics https://share.google/NFO2Fv0Rh5tlJFn31

Source: Reuters https://share.google/kDJyVB6EfU1PdOCqv
Jo

What a great con, normal Big events 3 or 4 hundred people. People donate to get special treatment. quid pro quid.
add a bomb shelter. guess you can sell the extra seats to big money people. who than say they got invited to the white house.

 

[Rawley]

They weren’t outhouses
They were portable restroom trailers

LOL "Sorry Mrs. Macron, you can't go inside, you have to use the Porta-Potty"

 

[OhPleaseJustQuit]

The overblown childishness that he needs to get permission from Congress to build the ballroom—under which there will be doomsday bunkers for the president, his family, and other officials—is on its face basically absurd and definitely politically motivated.

With the largest obstacle being removed immediately via private donations, the only thing left for the opposers to do is drown in TDS and try to pretend that they actually have a legal status behind the arguments that they're making.

Honestly, I don't think anyone who does any serious thinking on the matter is fooled by the political chicanery involved here; and the historical preservationists are reduced to mere idiots in the face of the fact that the old structure is long gone.

Appeals court says Trump White House ballroom construction can proceed for now | CNN Politics https://share.google/NFO2Fv0Rh5tlJFn31

Source: Reuters https://share.google/kDJyVB6EfU1PdOCqv
Jo

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Sure. A safe bunker under the White House is a damned good idea.

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[OhPleaseJustQuit]

Now, all we need is a doomsday, so the trump family can rot down there. Dead is better.

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And you and I will be even deader.

Cute post.





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[justoffal]

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Sure. A safe bunker under the White House is a damned good idea.

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Current system is outdated and by some accounts falling apart. This is something that is long overdue. The history of the East Wing is spotty and rather insignificant. I guess Eleanor Roosevelt had an office there for a time.
I'm sure there are several trees on the White House property that George Washington's horse took a piss on at one time or another..... I mean so what?

 

[rightwinger]

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Sure. A safe bunker under the White House is a damned good idea.

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There is already a bunker under the White House for over 50 years

 

[mudwhistle]

You are the last person with zero moral high ground with which to preach from when taking into consideration the destructive acts of your party. Be quiet.

Which destructive acts?

 

[berg80]

It doesn't matter once it's turned over it becomes government property.... It's ridiculous for you to bring up the subject since 80% of the donations flowing in to DC are private.. your only issue with this is politics.

• Legal Challenge: The National Trust for Historic Preservation filed a lawsuit challenging the demolition of the East Wing and the construction of the ballroom, arguing it violates federal law.
• Administration Argument: The Trump administration argues that the project is a "national security necessity" for the safety of the President and staff, rather than a mere cosmetic change, in a push to continue construction.

You understand the claims that the ballroom is a national security necessity is just a deceitful maneuver to get around congressional approval, right? Or are you more gullible than I thought?

 

[jacksonlamb]

Which destructive acts?

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Mudwhistle is looking rattled more than usual. It is a good character catch.

 

[toobfreak]

The overblown childishness that he needs to get permission from Congress to build the ballroom—

Historical record is that no president has ever needed congressional approval when it is privately funded.

I'd like to see it built if possible using creamsicle orange marble with white swirls running through it, kinda like Trump's tan.

They can call it the orange room.

 

[EvilCat Breath]

They weren’t outhouses
They were portable restroom trailers

Portable outhouses.