President Trump hosted a fundraising dinner at the White House, seeking support for a $250 million ballroom expansion. The event, held amid a partial government shutdown, included notable attendees such as Gemini co-founders Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, and representatives from Coinbase Global and Ripple Labs. Executives from major tech and defense companies like Meta, Google, Amazon, Lockheed Martin, and Microsoft were also present. The dinner aimed to rally support for the ballroom project, which Trump describes as a modernization effort for the White House. The expansion, adding approximately 8,361 square meters, is intended for official ceremonies and private donor events. The project's cost has sparked criticism, particularly during the ongoing government shutdown.