Trump’s DC makeover frenzy bewilders locals and visitors: ‘It’s like we’re under occupation’
Summary
President Donald Trump has ordered several construction and renovation projects in Washington DC ahead of the US’s 250th anniversary celebrations. These projects have caused many public areas near the White House to be closed or fenced off, affecting visitors and locals. Some restoration work includes fixing fountains, rebuilding the East Wing of the White House, and cleaning the reflecting pool.Key Facts
- Many sites near the White House and Lafayette Square are under construction or renovation.
- President Trump is having the East Wing of the White House demolished to build a ballroom.
- The East Wing project is expected to cost $600 million, half funded by taxpayers.
- The National Park Service is restoring fountains and the reflecting pool on the National Mall.
- A new 250-foot arch is planned near Arlington National Cemetery, which could change Washington’s skyline.
- Several public areas including parts of Pennsylvania Avenue and the Ellipse have been closed to visitors.
- Construction and restoration work has caused disappointment among tourists and local preservation groups.
- Some unrelated projects, like a Gulf War memorial and a sewage tunnel, add to the busy construction atmosphere.
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