Designs for 250-ft arch in Washington approved by panel of Trump appointees
Summary
A US panel made up of members appointed by President Donald Trump approved designs for a 250-foot arch to be built in Washington, DC. The project will next be reviewed by another federal planning commission and faces legal challenges from veterans and preservationists.Key Facts
- The US Commission of Fine Arts approved designs for a 250-foot triumphal arch proposed by President Trump.
- The arch is called the “Arc de Trump” and will include a public viewing deck.
- The arch is planned to be near Arlington National Cemetery as a tribute to American heroes.
- The project is next under review by the National Capital Planning Commission.
- Veterans and historic preservation groups have sued to stop the arch, citing lack of congressional approval and concerns about views at Arlington Cemetery.
- The estimated cost of the arch has not yet been released and will be funded by a mix of public and private money.
- The Trump administration says it has legal authority to build the arch.
- This arch is one of several projects President Trump is pursuing in Washington during his second term, including a White House ballroom and Capitol reflecting pool renovations.
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