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  • POLITICSJul 10 · 15:37 UTCWASHINGTON CITY PAPER
    The Needle: Dems Demand Golf Course Details, Gov Wants to Roll Back 30 Gun Regulations, Iran War Cost $100 Billion So Far, Arc Can Move Forward, and D.C. Is No. 7 on Bed Bug List

    Democratic Senators from Maryland and Virginia demand transparency about the Trump administration's East Potomac golf course redevelopment. The government plans to roll back over 30 gun regulations, while a new analysis estimates Trump's Iran war has cost $100 billion. The National Capital Planning Commission approved moving forward with a 250-foot arch near Arlington Cemetery, and D.C. ranks No. 7 on Orkin's 2026 Bed Bug Cities List.

  • POLITICSJul 10 · 00:38 UTCABC NEWS
    Trump's proposed arch gets preliminary approval from key agency

    Trump's proposed 250-foot triumphal arch received preliminary approval from the National Capital Planning Commission despite public opposition during a hearing.

  • POLITICSJul 10 · 00:25 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Trump’s proposed 250ft Washington arch clears key planning hurdle

    Donald Trump’s proposed 250ft arch in Washington received preliminary approval from the National Capital Planning Commission despite public opposition. The commission deferred a decision on applying a federal height-limit law to the project.

  • POLITICSJul 10 · 00:25 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Trump’s proposed 250ft Washington arch clears key planning hurdle

    Donald Trump’s proposed 250ft arch in Washington received preliminary approval from the National Capital Planning Commission despite public opposition. The commission deferred a decision on applying height-limiting federal laws to the project, which would be built on a traffic circle at the Virginia end of the Memorial Bridge.

  • POLITICSJul 9 · 23:56 UTCTHE HILL
    Trump’s proposed arch gets preliminary site approval

    President Trump’s proposal to build a 250-foot triumphal arch in Virginia across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. received preliminary site approval from the National Capital Planning Commission with an 8-1 vote, despite opposition from historic and architectural preservationists.

  • POLITICSJul 9 · 23:39 UTCWTOP DC
    Trump’s plan for a triumphal arch in DC wins early approval from a key federal agency

    President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., received preliminary approval from the National Capital Planning Commission, though the commission delayed a decision on whether the Height of Buildings Act applies to the project. The arch, part of Trump's broader construction initiatives, faces public opposition due to its proximity to Arlington National Cemetery and other concerns.

  • POLITICSJul 9 · 23:12 UTCNY POST
    Trump’s arch wins preliminary approval in DC — but a towering question remains

    The National Capital Planning Commission granted preliminary approval for President Trump's memorial arch in Washington, D.C., and indicated it may waive a federal height law to allow the structure to alter the district's skyline.

  • POLITICSJul 9 · 21:04 UTCWAPO POLITICS
    Trump’s proposed triumphal arch clears another key hurdle

    Trump’s proposed triumphal arch project near Arlington Cemetery advanced after a vote by the National Capital Planning Commission. The commission deferred a decision on the arch's height to a later date.

  • POLITICSJul 9 · 04:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Trump’s plan for a triumphal arch in the nation’s capital is getting another review

    President Donald Trump’s proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington is under review by the National Capital Planning Commission, which recommends design changes to comply with federal height restrictions. Opponents argue the arch would disrupt the skyline and sightlines between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, while a group of veterans and a historian has sued to block the project.

  • POLITICSJul 9 · 04:06 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Trump's plan for a triumphal arch in the nation's capital is getting another review

    President Trump's proposed 250-foot arch in Washington, D.C., is under review by the National Capital Planning Commission, which recommends design revisions to comply with federal height restrictions. The project faces opposition over skyline concerns and historical sightlines between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.

  • POLITICSJul 9 · 04:06 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Trump's plan for a triumphal arch in the nation's capital is getting another review

    President Donald Trump's proposal for a 250-foot arch in Washington, D.C., is undergoing review by the National Capital Planning Commission, which recommends design revisions to comply with the Height of Buildings Act. The arch, opposed by critics for disrupting skyline views between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, has faced legal challenges from veterans and a historian.

  • POLITICSJul 3 · 00:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Judge seeks stronger Trump assurances on plans for DC golf course project

    A federal judge demanded stronger assurances from the Trump administration that it would not proceed with renovating the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., until the court resolves the matter. The judge cited recent social media comments by President Donald Trump and visible course plans during his visit as evidence the project may advance, prompting plaintiffs to seek halting the plans.

  • POLITICSJul 3 · 00:17 UTCWTOP DC
    Judge seeks stronger Trump assurances on plans for DC golf course project

    A federal judge demanded stronger assurances from the Trump administration to halt renovations at the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., until a court case is resolved, citing recent statements by President Donald Trump and visible planning progress. The judge gave both sides two weeks to agree on language ensuring no sudden construction, while the government emphasized the process remains open with pending approvals from planning organizations.

  • POLITICSJul 3 · 00:10 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Judge seeks stronger Trump assurances on plans for DC golf course project

    A federal judge urged the Trump administration to provide stronger assurances that it will not proceed with renovating the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., until the legal matter is resolved, citing concerns raised by the president's public statements and visible project plans. The judge gave both sides two weeks to draft language ensuring no sudden construction actions occur, while the Justice Department emphasized the process remains open to other proposals.

  • POLITICSJul 3 · 00:10 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Judge seeks stronger Trump assurances on plans for DC golf course project

    A federal judge requested stronger assurances from the Trump administration to delay renovations at the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., citing concerns over recent statements by President Donald Trump and visible progress on the project. The judge gave both sides two weeks to draft language ensuring no sudden actions, such as tree removal, while the legal case proceeds.

  • POLITICSJun 10 · 22:30 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Administration plans intensive, year-round construction schedule for Trump's triumphal arch

    The Trump administration plans to build a 250-foot-high triumphal arch near the Lincoln Memorial with year-round 20-hour daily construction over three years. The National Park Service and Federal Aviation Administration are reviewing the project's impact on air travel and design, while the National Capital Planning Commission seeks additional details on height, lighting, and traffic management.

  • POLITICSJun 5 · 17:01 UTCWASHINGTON TIMES
    Planning commission seeks more details on Trump's planned 250-foot arch near the Lincoln Memorial

    The National Capital Planning Commission has requested additional details on President Trump's proposed 250-foot arch near the Lincoln Memorial, focusing on potential impacts to air travel navigation, construction, and traffic in the area. The commission has kept the project under consideration while seeking clarification on these specifics.

  • POLITICSJun 5 · 00:07 UTCABC NEWS
    Trump appointees vote to address gaps in 'triumphal arch' plan in heated meeting

    Trump appointees voted to address concerns about the president's proposed 250-foot 'triumphal arch' in a heated meeting. The National Capital Planning Commission approved a list of issues related to the arch's plan.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 21:17 UTCSEATTLE TIMES
    Planning commission seeks more details on Trump’s planned 250-foot arch near the Lincoln Memorial

    The National Capital Planning Commission has requested additional details on President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot arch near the Lincoln Memorial. The commission seeks information on the structure's impact on air navigation and traffic in the area between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 21:15 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Planning commission seeks more details on Trump’s planned 250-foot arch near the Lincoln Memorial

    The National Capital Planning Commission requested additional details on President Trump's proposed 250-foot arch near the Lincoln Memorial, including its impact on air travel navigation, construction, and traffic. The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts approved the arch's design, but public comments overwhelmingly opposed the project, citing concerns about scale, safety, and cost.

  • POLITICSMay 21 · 18:40 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Designs for 250ft arch in Washington approved by panel of Trump appointees

    The US Commission of Fine Arts, composed of Trump appointees, approved designs for a proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington DC near Arlington National Cemetery, nicknamed 'Arc de Trump'. The project advances to the next review stage with the National Capital Planning Commission next month.

  • POLITICSMay 15 · 18:41 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    Trump announces major new landmark project in DC's West Potomac Park honoring America's greatest heroes

    President Donald Trump announced plans to build a National Garden of American Heroes in Washington, D.C.'s West Potomac Park, featuring statues of American heroes. The project is part of Trump's efforts to build legacy infrastructure in the nation's capital. The garden will honor America's greatest heroes, including founding fathers, military warriors, and civil rights champions.

  • POLITICSMay 6 · 12:50 UTCFOX NEWS
    Trump fires back at claims of ballroom 'cost overruns': Price is 'something less than $400M'

    President Donald Trump responded to reports of cost overruns for the White House ballroom, stating the price remains under $400 million. The project's cost increased due to a deliberate expansion to twice the original size and higher quality. Republicans allocated $1 billion for the East Wing Modernization Project, which includes security adjustments and upgrades.

  • POLITICSMay 6 · 12:50 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    Trump fires back at claims of ballroom 'cost overruns': Price is 'something less than $400M'

    President Donald Trump responded to reports of cost overruns for the White House ballroom, stating the price remains under $400 million. The project's cost increased due to its doubled size and higher quality. A $1 billion appropriation for the East Wing Modernization Project was included in a Republican budget reconciliation package.

  • POLITICSApr 16 · 11:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Trump’s plan to build a Triumphal Arch gets a hearing before a key federal agency

    President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot Triumphal Arch near the U.S. capital, featuring a gilded Lady Liberty-like figure and eagles, is under review by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts. The arch, part of Trump's efforts to leave a lasting legacy in Washington, faces legal challenges over sightline disruptions and will be evaluated alongside plans to repaint the Eisenhower Executive Office Building and build an underground visitor screening center.

  • POLITICSMar 31 · 21:24 UTCAXIOS
    Trump's White House ballroom project halted by judge

    A federal judge temporarily halted President Trump's plan to demolish the East Wing of the White House for a new ballroom, citing Trump as the 'steward' not 'owner' of the property. The National Trust for Historic Preservation secured a preliminary injunction, prompting the Trump administration to appeal the ruling.