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GOP senators balk at White House security funding for Trump ballroom

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Senate Republicans are expressing concern over a $220 million request to enhance security at the White House complex, which includes funding for President Trump's new East Wing ballroom. This funding is part of a larger $72 billion package for ICE and Border Patrol, and GOP senators are hesitant due to deficit concerns. Democrats are also opposing the funding, urging it be redirected to public safety initiatives instead of the ballroom project. AI

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GOP senators balk at White House security funding for Trump ballroom

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