Trump declares economic warfare on Iran. And, SCOTUS to rule on White House ballroom

Trump declares economic warfare on Iran. And, SCOTUS to rule on White House ballroom

President Trump has declared economic warfare on Iran in an effort to pressure the country back into negotiations. And, the Supreme Court is set to decide on the future of Trump's ballroom.

Aug 21, 2026

SCOTUS Gives Trump Green Light To Keep Building White House Ballroom For Now

The Supreme Court on Friday temporarily cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s administration to continue construction of the White House ballroom, pausing a lower court order that would have halted above-ground work on the controversial project. Chief Justice John Roberts issued an administrative stay Friday, preventing a federal district court’s injunction from taking effect ...

Aug 21, 2026