Apple and Nvidia back Trump White House ballroom

Apple and Nvidia Back Donald Trump White House Ballroom With 25 Million Dollar Donations

Technology giants Apple and Nvidia have each committed 25 million dollars to fund the construction of a new White House ballroom, according to financial records obtained by The Washington Post. The private donations form part of a broader fundraising effort that has secured 333 million dollars, equivalent to 3.2 billion Norwegian kroner, from private contributors for the presidential project.

Construction on the ballroom at the White House in Washington, D.C., is underway following the demolition of the East Wing last year by President Donald Trump’s administration without approval from Congress. The facility is designed to span 8,360 square meters with a capacity for 1,000 guests, and the total projected cost for the new East Wing—which includes the ballroom, office spaces, and an underground military facility—has climbed to 600 million dollars, or four billion kroner.

Financial Records Reveal Corporate Contributors

By late September, 67 donors had contributed amounts exceeding 10,000 dollars to the ballroom project. Among them, Apple and Nvidia stand out as the largest financial backers, each pledging 25 million dollars. Two additional donors with business interests tied to the Trump administration matched the 25 million dollar contributions made by the two technology firms.

The White House has declined to publicly release the complete list of donors. However, White House spokesperson David Ingle defended the funding structure by stating that the contributors represent a wide range of large American companies.

The same critics who claim that there are false conflicts of interest would also complain if American taxpayers had to cover the bill for the renovation work that is way overdue, Ingle told Reuters.

Corporate Statements and Project Scope

Nvidia defended its financial participation by emphasizing the non-partisan nature of the recipient foundation. A company spokesperson stated that as an American enterprise, its support for the United States remains paramount and operates independently of commercial interests.

Apple declined to comment on the donation or its involvement in the funding initiative. President Trump has previously promoted the ballroom as an essential addition to the White House complex, framing it as a gift to the country and a permanent monument to his time as president.

While the overall private commitments stand at 333 million dollars, the escalating construction expenses mean total project outlays for the ballroom could reach up to 400 million dollars, or up to 600 million dollars when factoring in the wider East Wing overhaul.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did construction on the White House ballroom begin?

President Trump ordered the demolition of the White House East Wing last year with short notice and without congressional authorization to clear space for the 8,360-square-meter ballroom.

What is the total estimated cost of the construction project?

Private commitments have reached 333 million dollars, while overall cost estimates for the expanded East Wing—which includes offices and an underground military facility—have risen to 600 million dollars.

How much did Apple and Nvidia each contribute?

Both Apple and Nvidia committed 25 million dollars each, making them the largest corporate donors listed in the internal records obtained by The Washington Post.

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