Online, many users—particularly on Reddit—speculated about the contents of the notes Trump was holding. Several believed they reflected a summary of comments made by U.S. District Judge Richard Leon, who had ruled earlier that week on the ballroom project.

One user wrote, “There was a ruling against it today, so that would make sense.”

Judge Leon’s order blocked any further demolition or construction activity at the site, allowing only essential work needed to maintain safety and security around the White House and protect those on the premises.