Trump showcases new ‘drone-protected’ White House ballroom
President Donald Trump has unveiled plans for a new White House ballroom that includes a rooftop 'drone empire' for security. The construction site was shown to reporters, highlighting the controversial nature of the project. This initiative aims to enhance protection for the capital against potential drone threats.
- ▪The new ballroom is part of a construction project at the White House.
- ▪It features a rooftop designed to serve as a 'drone empire'.
- ▪The project has sparked controversy regarding its necessity and implications.
2 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 2 hours. All of the coverage we found sits in one bucket: right. That one-sidedness is itself worth noticing.
- ▪ WATCH LIVE: Trumps speak at White House congressional picnic — Washington Examiner
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Toggle PlayTrump showcases new ‘drone-protected’ White House ballroomNewsFeedTrump showcases new ‘drone-protected’ White House ballroomRead moreUS President Donald Trump has given reporters a tour around the construction site of his controversial White House ballroom, saying it would feature a rooftop ‘drone empire’ designed to protect the capital.Published On 19 May 202619 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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