President Trump on Friday rejected reports that he intends to name the new White House ballroom after himself.
He called the claims "fake news" while speaking to reporters.
The ballroom, a 90,000-square-foot structure replacing the demolished East Wing, was earlier reported by ABC News to be called "The President Donald J. Trump Ballroom."
Trump stated there is no such plan.
He suggested it might be named the presidential ballroom or similar, noting no final decision has been made.
The White House has raised $350 million for the project, exceeding the $300 million price tag.
Trump indicated some funds could support an arch at Washington, D.C.'s entrance near the Lincoln Memorial.
He described the arch as "incredible" for the city.
Demolition of the East Wing occurred this past week, with completion expected before the end of 2029.
Executives from Apple, Amazon, Lockheed Martin, and Meta Platforms have pledged funding, according to the White House.
The East Wing, dating to the early 1800s with additions by President Thomas Jefferson, served as office space for first ladies and included a movie theater and bunker.
It housed the Presidential Emergency Operations Center, used during the Sept. 11 attacks and 2020 protests.
Past overhauls, like those under Franklin D. Roosevelt, faced criticism for waste during wartime.
The current plans have drawn mixed public feelings, with a YouGov poll showing over half of Americans disapproving the demolition.
Preservationists and former residents express dismay.
Chelsea Clinton wrote in a USA Today op-ed that it reflects erasing history when power forgets purpose.
Michael LaRosa, former press secretary to Jill Biden, called the demolition "heartbreaking" but acknowledged a ballroom may be needed.
Historians view the project as a developer's approach to leaving a personal mark.