On November 4, 2026, US President Donald Trump delivered his first public remarks since the midterm election from the construction site of the White House East Wing ballroom in Washington, DC. Speaking to reporters, Trump emphasized the scale and beauty of the upcoming ballroom, stating it would be among the largest and most beautiful in the world. At the construction site, Trump signed the last steel beam for the $600 million project, highlighting the importance of making the capital beautiful and safe. The President focused on the infrastructure project, pointing out details such as large staircases and the potential to convert the kitchen into additional space. Trump told reporters, "It's going to be not only one of the biggest, but it'll be the most beautiful ballroom, I think, anywhere in the world." He also noted, "This has been a structure the likes of which has never been seen anywhere." The event marked a significant post-election appearance for the President, focusing on ceremonial space and infrastructure development.
