Work on Trump-backed Triumphal Arch will start in coming weeks
Summary
The federal government will begin digging soon to build a large triumphal arch near Arlington Memorial Cemetery, a project supported by President Donald Trump. The arch will be very tall, decorated with statues, and include an observation deck. Construction is planned to last two to three years.Key Facts
- Excavation for the arch will start within the next two weeks.
- The arch will be 250 feet tall, covered in granite, and topped with three golden statues plus an observation deck.
- It will be located near Arlington Memorial Cemetery across the Potomac River from the Lincoln Memorial.
- The project marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026.
- Construction will involve a near-constant 20-hour workday, year-round.
- Some Democrats, preservation groups, and veterans oppose the arch, worried it will block views and affect the nearby airport.
- Two Trump-appointed panels approved the project with some requested changes.
- The Federal Aviation Administration is still reviewing whether the arch will affect air traffic near the nearby airport.
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