Trump ballroom naming: While reports claiming that US president Donald Trump might name the upcoming White House ballroom after himself have drawn attention, but the White House pushed back, saying any announcement will come directly from the president.

White House spokesman Davis Ingle said, "Any announcement made on the name of the ballroom will come directly from President Trump himself, and not through anonymous and unnamed sources," as quoted by Fox News.

Rumors began circulating on Friday afternoon that administration officials were already referring to the project as “The President Donald J. Trump Ballroom,” with ABC News reporting the name could stick, as per the report.

Trump Remains Silent on Potential Ballroom Name

When asked about a potential name, Trump told ABC News on Thursday, “I won’t get into that now,” as quoted by Fox News.

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Construction on White House Ballroom Officially Underway

Trump said on Monday that construction on the ballroom had officially begun, following months of promoting the project to modernize the White House. The administration emphasized that the project is privately funded and does not cost taxpayers.

White House Ballroom Project Privately Funded, No Cost to Taxpayers

The US president posted on Truth Social, "For more than 150 years, every President has dreamt about having a Ballroom at the White House to accommodate people for grand parties, State Visits, etc. I am honored to be the first President to finally get this much-needed project underway — with zero cost to the American Taxpayer!" as quoted by Fox News. He added that, "The White House Ballroom is being privately funded by many generous Patriots, Great American Companies, and, yours truly. This Ballroom will be happily used for Generations to come!"

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Fundraising for White House Ballroom Tops $350 Million

A White House official confirmed to ABC News that $350 million has been raised for the ballroom, with construction currently expected to cost $300 million. When asked about the additional $50 million raised, the official did not comment. Trump said he has personally contributed “millions of dollars” and noted that he often donates his White House salary to support the residence, saying, "I give my salary, and I usually like to steer it to the White House because this house was a little bit abandoned," as quoted by ABC News.

FAQs

Is Trump naming the White House ballroom after himself?
The White House says any announcement about the name will come directly from President Trump.

Has Trump personally contributed to the White House ballroom project?
Yes, he has said he has contributed millions of dollars.