Trump’s Fundraisers Seek Microsoft Donation for White House Ballroom Event

Documents released by Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s office reveal that the Trump administration reached out to Microsoft regarding a donation to support the White House’s $300 million ballroom project. In response to a letter from Democrats questioning the involvement of major tech companies in the ballroom’s construction, Microsoft counsel Karen Christian stated that the company was approached by a fundraiser about a potential donation approximately two months after President Donald Trump announced plans to replace the East Wing with a privately funded ballroom.

Christian noted that Microsoft received details about the Trust for the National Mall’s role in managing contributions for the project, along with instructions on how to donate and an invitation to a dinner for project supporters, which Microsoft attended.

Similarly, Amazon’s vice president of public policy, Brian Huseman, acknowledged that the company began discussions with the fundraising group in August 2025. He clarified that Amazon did not review any construction plans or enter into any agreements regarding the donation.

Comcast’s correspondence indicated that the company made an unrestricted donation to the Trust for the National Mall, stating there were no specific limitations on how the funds would be utilized. Comcast also emphasized that the donation was made without any expectations of receiving something in return.

Other companies, including Meta, Nvidia, and Apple, provided limited information about their donation processes. Tim Powderly, Apple’s head of government affairs, mentioned that the donation was managed ethically, honestly, and in full compliance with the law.