Brent Leggs
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“From the beginning, our position has been clear and consistent: the law states that only Congress can authorize the construction of a ballroom at the White House,”
Brent Leggs · said 2026-08-07 · reported 2026-08-08
Leggs said in a statement that the law requires congressional authorization for the ballroom construction.
“We are pleased with the DC Circuit Court’s decision to uphold the District Court’s preliminary injunction, which although stayed for 14 days will block any above-ground ballroom construction unless and until Congress takes action.”
Brent Leggs · said 2026-08-07 · reported 2026-08-08
Leggs said in a statement that the appeals court upheld the district court's preliminary injunction blocking above-ground construction.
“From the beginning, our position has been clear and consistent: the law states that only Congress can authorize the construction of a ballroom at the White House. We are pleased with the DC Circuit Court’s decision to uphold the District Court’s preliminary injunction, which although stayed for 14 days will block any above-ground ballroom construction unless and until Congress takes action.”
Brent Leggs · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-08
Leggs reiterated the National Trust's position that only Congress can authorize construction of a ballroom at the White House and praised the DC Circuit Court's decision.
“This is a great day for our country and for the American people's right to voice their opinions about the historic places they cherish, including the White House,”
Brent Leggs · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-08
Leggs welcomed the appeals court ruling in a statement, calling it a great day for the American people's right to voice opinions about historic places.