White House Plans New Underground Security Facility Amidst Ongoing Ballroom Expansion Projects

The White House is seeking approval for a new 33,000-square-foot underground visitor screening facility to replace temporary entry points.This project, which aims for completion by July 2028, will feature a sunken plaza and improved security lanes while preserving the Sherman monument.The proposal accompanies a controversial 400 million dollar ballroom expansion that has faced substantial public opposition regarding its impact on historic federal grounds.