Congressional Approval in Question for White House Renovation

US District Judge Richard Leon ordered White House construction pause pending Congressional approval.
National Capital Planning Commission approved $400 million ballroom addition.
Lead architect Shalom Baranes removed a large staircase and added an uncovered porch.
Above-ground work on the addition will start in April due to legal disputes.
President Trump claims White House projects don't require congressional approval.
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