Federal Judge Reaffirms 48-Hour Notice Rule for Trump Arch Excavation

USA Today • 05 sept. 14h08

A federal judge reaffirmed a court order requiring the Trump administration to give 48 hours’ notice before any activity at the Memorial Circle site of a proposed 250-foot arch, pending archaeological review.

Los Angeles Times • 05 sept. 10h00

The Trump administration announced that excavation for a 250-foot monument near the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery will start within two weeks, despite legal challenges and concerns over funding and oversight.

PBS • 04 sept. 22h35

A retired Army major general said a proposed 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery would disrespect the historic site, while veterans seek a court order to halt construction.

NPR • 04 sept. 20h15

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced that excavation for the Great Triumphal Arch will begin within two weeks, even though the project still lacks final clearance from the National Capital Planning Commission and other federal reviews, while plaintiffs seek a restraining order.

CBS News • 03 sept. 21h22

The Interior Department announced that excavation for a 250-foot granite arch across the Potomac River will start within weeks, with construction expected to last two to three years amid legal challenges and criticism from preservation groups.

AP News • 03 sept. 20h09

The administration announced that excavation for a planned 250-foot gilded arch near the Lincoln Memorial will start within two weeks, despite a lawsuit and concerns over historic sightlines.