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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Brendan Rascius

Trump demands a ballroom like China in Truth Social tirade from Air Force One after lavish reception in Beijing

Donald Trump has offered several justifications for his White House ballroom, arguing it would let him eliminate tents on the lawn and create a more secure venue. Now, following his high‑profile summit in Beijing, he has added another: if America’s top competitor has an opulent assembly hall, then so should we.

About three hours after Air Force One left Beijing on Friday, the 79‑year‑old president turned to Truth Social to boast about his construction efforts on his $400 million event space.

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