Trump’s Ballroom Blitz

Today, Explained by Vox

Aug 26, 202625:55News & Politics

President Trump is racing to finish his ballroom, and if the Supreme Court doesn't stop him it will have major implications for conservation efforts around the country. This episode was produced by Danielle Hewitt, edite...

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