Arlington House
Coverage of Arlington House in the Nexus archive.
- Trump's arch could harm the integrity of many of Washington's historical sites, report says
President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot-tall memorial arch could disrupt historical sites in Washington, D.C., according to a National Park Service report. The arch may break alignment between the Lincoln Memorial, Memorial Bridge, and Arlington House, altering symbolic connections. A lawsuit challenges the project, arguing it requires Congressional approval.
- The Arch Is Atrocious
President Trump's proposed 250-foot arch at Memorial Circle near the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery faces opposition for disrupting the solemn atmosphere of these sites. The arch, featuring gilded statuary and inscriptions like 'One Nation Under God,' was approved by a federal commission but is challenged by Vietnam War veterans in court. Critics argue it would overshadow the historical significance of Lincoln and the war dead.
- Virginia closes loophole in invasive plant law and more state headlines
Virginia closed a loophole in its invasive plant law. Opioid overdoses have decreased, but Medicaid cuts may hinder treatment access. Virginia Democrats are seeking the return of materials related to Robert E. Lee from Arlington House.