The Latest Breaking News from James McCrery II

Trump Reportedly Rejected Building Codes for His White House Ballroom

“I am the code,” he told the architect, according to The Washington Post.

Reason · Sep 24

'I Am the Code': Trump's White House Ballroom Architect Quit After Raising Fire Safety Concerns

Trump's White House ballroom project faces fresh scrutiny after internal notes flagged 'big' life-safety concerns and an architect raised warnings over fire safety and emergency exits.

International Business Times UK · Sep 24

In a stunning twist, Donald Trump’s ballroom architect resigns after warning the project could become a $600 million death trap

Safety first, unless you are the code.

We Got This Covered · Sep 24

Design plan for Trump’s 250-foot Washington arch is approved by key federal agency

The arch would soar 250 feet (76 meters) from its base to a torch held aloft by a Lady Liberty-like figure atop the structure

The Independent UK · May 21

Trump's proposed Washington arch gets another review

President Donald Trump's plan to build a triumphal arch in Washington is getting another look from a federal agency that suggested changes before it approved the concept last month

The Independent UK · May 21

US Mint can begin producing Trump commemorative gold coin after arts commission approves design

A federal arts commission has approved the design for a 24-karat gold commemorative coin bearing President Donald Trump's image to celebrate America's 250th birthday

The Independent UK · Mar 19

How Trump is stacking the deck so his ballroom project sails through DC and comes to fruition

Trump said he plans to have the White House ballroom completed within a year and a half

The Independent UK · Feb 19

Trump Turns White House Into 'Construction Disaster Zone' as He Struggles to Find Architect Willing to Do The Job

National Trust for Historic Preservation sues Trump over £233m White House ballroom after East Wing demolition proceeded without federal reviews, as architects resign over design disputes.

International Business Times UK · Dec 13, 2025

Trump announces new delivery date for White House ballroom

‘You’re going to have the best ballroom anywhere in the country,’ the president vowed

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025

Trump hires a new architect for his $300M White House ballroom after clashes with previous one about its size

James McCrery II will remain on the project in a ‘consulting’ role, the White House has said

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025