President Donald Trump visited a marble and stone store in Florida to personally select materials for his ongoing White House ballroom renovation, a project he is funding himself. The construction, which followed the demolition of the East Wing without government oversight, has sparked a legal battle with preservation groups. Despite the controversy, a judge has allowed work to continue, though the White House has yet to submit required plans to the National Capital Planning Commission. Trump, known for his fondness for marble, has incorporated the material in several White House renovations and has praised its use in international palaces. In addition to the ballroom, Trump has announced plans for other ambitious projects in Washington, including the construction of a monumental arch and repainting historic buildings, both of which have also drawn criticism from preservationists.