Trump Denies Plans to Name Renovated White House Ballroom After Himself

President Donald Trump has announced the construction of a new $300 million ballroom at the White House, replacing the demolished East Wing. Despite reports and speculation suggesting he might name the ballroom after himself, Trump has denied these claims, stating he likely will call it the "Presidential Ballroom" or something similar, and that no final name has been decided. The project is privately funded, with Trump and various tech and crypto companies contributing, and it aims to provide a large venue for official events and state visits. The renovation has sparked significant criticism and debate, with detractors concerned about the demolition of the historic East Wing and potential conflicts of interest due to private funding. White House officials have emphasized that any naming decision will come directly from President Trump and not through unnamed sources. Trump has highlighted that previous presidents have made renovations, and he sees this ballroom as fulfilling a long-standing need for expanded event space at the White House.