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Dec. 25 (UPI) — The National Capital Planning Commission has added the East Wing Modernization Project at the White House to its Jan. 8 agenda to review construction of a new ballroom and other improvements.

Trump administration officials will provide the commission with an informational presentation on the ballroom construction and other planned improvements, according to The Hill.

No public testimony will be heard and no vote taken on the project during the meeting, according to the NCPC.

“This is an opportunity for the project applicant to present the project and for commissioners to ask questions and provide general observations prior to formal review, which we anticipate this spring,” the NCPC said in a FAQ published on the commission’s website.

The NPC has no authority over White House demolitions or site preparations and only reviews building exteriors, per the National Capital Planning Act, but it does review proposed new construction or permanent site improvements.

The National Environmental Policy Act does give the NCPC the authority to review projects within the District of Columbia to ensure compliance with the NEPA.

The National Historic Preservation Act, though, does not apply in the matter as the White House and its grounds are excluded from its provisions.

The Trump administration initially said the construction of a new ballroom in the East Wing of the White House would cost $200 million, and said that the project will be funded by private donations.

President Donald Trump last week said the project could cost twice that amount but that donors would cover all additional costs, too.

The president earlier announced the ballroom construction, which he said is needed to provide a modern event space inside the White House.

Officials with the National Trust for Historic Preservation challenged the construction in federal court and sought an injunction to halt all work.

A federal judge denied the injunction request but ordered the Trump administration to undergo a review process for the project.

KHLOÉ Kardashian has dropped some hot tea about changes to the family’s infamous Christmas Eve Party. 

The Good American co-founder spoke on her podcast, Khloé in Wonder Land, that the venue for the lavish affair might move, but the budget won’t.

“We all equally split the cost of the party,” Khloé said in the podcast. “Because it’s a family [thing].” 

She also admitted that the famed Kardashian-Jenner family’s iconic Christmas Eve party is getting ready for some significant changes this year. 

Momager extraordinaire, Kris Jenner, who spoke as a guest on the podcast, verified the changes to the party she has been hosting since 1978. 

“It gets really crazy,” Kris stated. “I think one of the most fun things, too, is to be able to share things with our friends. We’ve always been able to give out some amazing gifts at the end of the party.” 

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While the glam vibes might stay the same, the annual A-list Hollywood party is going to look very different. 

As the family prepares to create another unforgettable evening, the exciting news is that Kendall Jenner will be stepping into the hosting role this year at her stunning Beverly Hills mansion. 

This is the second year Kendall has taken on the role of host. 

Last year, she had a “smaller” cozy affair at her, chock-full of her 818 Tequila.  The new role as hostess comes with its own delightful challenges, especially since the family’s other homes are currently being renovated.  

“It’s pretty much the usual,” she recently told People magazine. “Last year, we did a smaller Christmas Eve party, and it was super lovely. Usually, they’re kind of these blowouts for the last, like, since I was born. But we’re doing a smaller one again this year, and I’m really happy about it.” 

Kris created this tradition in the 1970s as a joyful occasion for family and friends, and it naturally grew as the family expanded. 

The early 2000s marked a significant transition for the party, as it really took off following Kris’s marriage to Caitlyn Jenner. 

The event gained prominence, particularly with the success of the Keeping Up With The Kardashians reality show, which launched in 2007.

As time went on, Kris graciously passed the baton to her talented daughters. 

The party has been hosted at various times by Kim, Kourtney, Khloé, Kendall, and Kylie, with each of them bringing their unique flair and creativity to the festivities.

“Christmas is our World Cup,” Khloe said in a video posted to Instagram.

The video had the caption “Merry Kristmas!!! Come celebrate the holidays with us in Wonder Land.”

Fans are surely reminiscing about the fabulous past celebrations, beautifully documented in social media posts that have showcased glamorous outfits and exquisite decorations. 

One fan wrote, “Kris is the Christmas queen.”

Another follower wrote, “Kris should have her own wrapping paper line.”

“We’re cool with being ‘random people’ at the party, just saying,” a third fan pleaded.

This year’s changes promise to infuse fresh energy into their beloved holiday traditions, and we can’t wait to see what the Kardashian-Jenners have in store.