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Trump promises 'drone empire' on top of $1.4bn ballroom
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May 20, 2026
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0:58Now PlayingPresident Trump has said his new White House ballroom will include a rooftop “drone empire” system designed to help defend the complex against potential aerial threats.
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He defended the broader project, estimated at up to $1.4 billion when including East Wing renovations and security upgrades, saying it would be privately funded, despite criticism over its scale and cost.
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