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Trump stops White House meeting midway to admire his ‘beautiful’ ballroom

Trump suddenly interrupts meeting to stare at 'beautiful ballroom'
  • Donald Trump interrupted a meeting with oil company executives at the White House.
  • The U.S. president paused the meeting on Friday, 9 January 2026, to admire the White House's ballroom.
  • He announced, 'Wait a moment, I need to see my beautiful hall,' before leaving his seat.
  • Trump then walked to the door to gaze at the ballroom, while the room remained silent.
  • Upon reaching the door, he exclaimed, 'Wow! What a view! This is the door to the hall.'
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