Judge questions the president’s authority for the White House construction project.
Trump’s Proposed Banquet Hall at the White House Under Scrutiny As President Donald Trump moves forward with plans for a new banquet hall at the White House, federal judge Richard Leon has asked Justice Department attorneys to clarify the president’s authority regarding construction projects at the residence. The judge’s inquiry raised questions such as, “What […]
Expansion of AI infrastructure increases wages for construction workers, says Nvidia CEO
Eddie Gabour to Discuss Bull Market on Varney & Company Eddie Gabour, a co-founder of Key Advisors Wealth Management, is set to appear on Varney & Company. He intends to explain his perspective on why he thinks the U.S. economy is moving towards a robust bull market, even as Wall Street sends out mixed signals. […]
Construction of New York wind farm can move forward after judge ends Trump-related hold
Empire Wind Project Resumes After Court Ruling A significant offshore wind power initiative in New York can now proceed after a federal judge lifted the Trump administration’s shutdown order. This decision arose from concerns that further delays would severely impact the project. U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols granted a preliminary injunction against a December 22 […]
Trump inspects ballroom construction at the White House during an oil meeting
Trump Meets Oil Executives, Updates On White House Ballroom During a meeting with around 20 prominent oil executives on Friday, President Donald Trump took a moment to step away and check on the ongoing construction of the White House ballroom. “It’s great to welcome some of the most respected figures in the oil and gas […]
Business Summary: Bank of Hawai‘i recognized, new shops opening at Kings’ Shops, construction industry awards
Here’s some business news from Hawaii Island and the state: Bank of Hawaii Recognized Among America’s Top Regional Banks and Credit Unions Bank of Hawaii has received a prestigious five-star rating from Newsweek magazine in its 2026 round-up of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions. This recognition highlights institutions that are truly making a […]
North Korea Tests Cruise Missiles and Displays Its Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction
North Korea’s Long-Range Cruise Missile Test North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, oversaw a long-range cruise missile test aimed at maintaining the country’s nuclear capabilities, according to state media on Monday. This missile launch occurred shortly after Kim’s visit to a construction site, where North Korea claims to be building a nuclear-powered submarine. This move […]
Judge appears to be leaning towards rejecting request to stop White House ballroom construction
Judge Considers Halt to White House Ballroom Construction A federal judge expressed on Tuesday that he is “inclined to reject” a plan demanding the Trump administration halt the construction of the White House ballroom. However, he cautioned officials against starting any permanent work before a hearing set for January that could potentially stop the project. […]
Court case regarding construction of ballroom at the White House during Trump’s administration
Lawyers representing the Trump administration, along with historic preservation organizations, are set to appear in court on Tuesday afternoon. Their aim is to temporarily pause President Donald Trump’s initiative to continue the construction of a $300 million ballroom at the site of the now-demolished East Wing. The National Trust filed a lawsuit late last week, […]
Legal action aims to halt the construction of Trump’s White House ballroom project.
President Donald Trump is facing a lawsuit from a historic preservation group that aims to stop the construction of a new ballroom at the White House. The National Trust for Historic Preservation filed a lawsuit on Friday, claiming that the Trump administration failed to carry out required reviews or obtain congressional approval before demolishing the […]
NHL players’ comeback to the Olympics at risk due to arena construction holdups
Concerns surrounding the construction of the main ice hockey venue for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics might delay the much-anticipated return of NHL players to the Games. NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly mentioned that whether NHL players make it to the Olympics hinges on the timely completion of the arena for the men’s competition, scheduled […]