A shooting near the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner has sparked calls among Republicans to build a fortified White House ballroom. The proposed $400 million project is supported by supporters who argue it would provide a secure environment for high-profile events held off-site. However, critics have dismissed it as unnecessary expansion tied to political influence. President Trump responded by renewing his argument that such a facility is overdue. The shooting has raised concerns about holding major political gatherings outside the White House security perimeter.