President Donald Trump is preparing to initiate construction next month on a large ballroom expansion at the White House, with plans reportedly involving a $200 million budget and Clark Construction as the contractor. Despite the urgency to begin, the project has not yet undergone the legally required review process, which experts say typically takes years to complete. The planned renovations include a revamp of the Rose Garden, drawing comparisons to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate style, and broader changes to the White House grounds that are expected to have a lasting impact. Ahead of a scheduled press conference focused on cleanliness and beautification efforts in Washington, Trump has criticized ongoing Federal Reserve renovations. Observers note that these modifications reflect a significant transformation of the White House during Trump’s current term, with the president personally involved in strategizing the renovations, as seen during his recent visit to the White House rooftop after a day of golf in Sterling, Virginia.