Judge halts tree removal at Washington golf course Trump eyes for expansion
Summary
A U.S. judge temporarily stopped the cutting of trees at East Potomac golf course in Washington, D.C., while reviewing a legal challenge against President Donald Trump’s plans to expand the golf course. The judge is considering whether removing hundreds of trees could cause lasting harm before allowing the work to continue.Key Facts
- Judge Ana Reyes ordered a 24-hour pause on tree cutting at East Potomac golf course.
- The pause applies to all tree removal, including routine maintenance.
- The National Park Service had started removing 500 trees it said were not part of the historic landscape.
- Tree removal began with 169 trees planned on Saturday and another 90 to follow.
- The judge asked the National Mall superintendent about the timeline and orders for cutting trees.
- President Trump wants to expand the golf course into a top-level golf venue.
- Some local residents worry this expansion could raise fees and reduce public park space.
- The golf course has been a public space for people of all incomes for over 100 years.
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