Washington or 'Trumptown': The architectural expression of a cult of personality
Summary
President Donald Trump plans several construction and renovation projects in Washington, DC, including upgrading a public golf course, adding a ballroom to the White House, and building a triumphal arch. These efforts are part of a broader program to change the city’s landmarks and public spaces, reflecting the president’s personal style and legacy.Key Facts
- Trump wants to renovate the East Potomac Golf Links, a public golf course in Washington, starting September 1, 2026.
- The golf course is located near famous sites like the Jefferson Memorial and Washington Monument.
- Some golfers worry that the renovation will make the course less accessible to the public.
- Other projects include adding a ballroom to the White House East Wing and renovating the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool.
- Trump attempted to rename the Kennedy Center the “Trump Kennedy Centre,” but courts blocked this plan.
- The president plans to build a triumphal arch inspired by Paris’s Arc de Triomphe.
- Lafayette Park will get 47 new trees, representing Trump as the 47th president.
- Trump’s image has been added to government buildings, displayed alongside past presidents like Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt.
- There is reported interest in renaming major transport hubs, such as Dulles International Airport and New York’s Penn Station, after Trump.
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