Trump Reignites White House Ballroom Push After Shooting At Correspondents’ Dinner

BreakingBusinessBreaking NewsTrump Reignites White House Ballroom Push After Shooting At Correspondents’ DinnerByZachary Folk,Forbes Staff. I cover breaking news.Follow AuthorApr 26, 2026, 10:26am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplineHours after a gunman tried to enter the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night, President Donald Trump said the terrifying incident was a prime example for why the White House needed a “large, safe, and secure” ballroom—decrying the lawsuit attempting to halt its construction as “ridiculous” in a Sunday morning post on Truth Social.President Donald Trump speaks at a press conference following the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.Getty ImagesKey FactsThis is a breaking story and will be updated.Got a tip? Share confidential information with Forbes.Editorial StandardsReprints & PermissionsLOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED Video