A US appeals court has ruled that construction of President Trump's White House ballroom can resume, overturning a previous order that halted the project.

Context

The ruling comes after a lawsuit challenged the president's authority to demolish the East Wing without congressional approval.S2

Key points

• Construction of the White House ballroom will continue following a court ruling.S1S2

• The project is located at the site of the former East Wing of the White House.S2

• The US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia granted an administrative stay.S1

• The previous order that halted construction was issued days before the ruling.S2

• The lawsuit that led to the halt was based on concerns over presidential authority.S2

• The ballroom construction is part of a larger renovation project.S1

• The appeals court's decision allows both underground and aboveground work to proceed.S1

• The project has faced legal challenges since its inception.S2

Why it matters

• The ruling underscores the ongoing legal battles surrounding presidential authority and construction projects.S2

• Resuming construction may impact the timeline and budget of the ballroom project.S1

What to watch

• Monitor further legal challenges that may arise regarding the construction.S2

• Watch for updates on the project's budget and timeline as construction resumes.S1