Sen. Tim Sheehy said Sunday he will introduce legislation aimed at expediting the construction of a proposed White House ballroom, arguing the move is necessary to enhance security for high-profile national events.

In a statement posted on X, Sheehy said the legislation would seek unanimous consent in the Senate to provide direct approval for the project, which has been backed by President Donald Trump.

The proposal follows a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, where a suspect attempted to breach a security checkpoint outside the venue, prompting the evacuation of senior government officials.

Sheehy argued the episode highlights vulnerabilities tied to hosting major events at public venues, saying the United States should be able to conduct such gatherings in a secure, controlled setting.

“It is an embarrassment to the strongest nation on earth that we cannot host gatherings in our nation’s capital … without the threat of violence,” Sheehy said.

The senator emphasized that political violence has no place in the United States but warned that repeated threats against national leaders underscore the need for stronger protective infrastructure.

He added that a dedicated ballroom at the White House would allow presidents of any party to host events without exposing attendees to unnecessary risk, describing the proposal as a “common sense” solution.

The White House ballroom project, which has faced legal and political hurdles, is intended to provide a large, secure venue within the White House complex and reduce reliance on external locations such as hotels and convention spaces.

Sheehy said he plans to move quickly on the legislation in the coming days as lawmakers continue to debate security measures for public officials and major national events.