US appeals court halts Trump ballroom project paving way for Supreme Court showdown
"Whether or not a massive ballroom should be constructed is for Congress to decide," the appeals panel's majority said.
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"Whether or not a massive ballroom should be constructed is for Congress to decide and is not a matter for Executive self-help."
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"Whether or not a massive ballroom should be constructed is for Congress to decide," the appeals panel's majority said.
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