Trump's D.C. Arch Could Break Ground In Two Weeks
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Construction on President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., could begin as early as November 5, according to a new court filing from the Justice Department.
The timeline would place the start of construction just two days after the November 3 midterm elections, provided the project receives the necessary federal approvals.
In a filing submitted Wednesday, the Justice Department said the National Capital Planning Commission is scheduled to meet November 5 and could approve the final plans for the arch that day.
With additional authorization from the Department of the Interior, construction could begin immediately following the commission's approval.
The proposed monument is one of several construction projects Trump has pursued in Washington during his presidency.
The administration released final plans for the 250-foot structure last week, moving the project closer to the construction phase.
However, the project continues to face legal challenges from opponents seeking to prevent construction.
Wednesday's court filing was submitted as part of one of those lawsuits, providing an updated timeline for when work could begin.
The legal challenges could affect the project's schedule, even if federal officials grant the required approvals.
The proposed arch would add a major new monument to the nation's capital, reflecting Trump's interest in expanding Washington's monumental architecture.
For now, the administration is preparing for a possible November 5 construction start, although the project remains subject to federal authorization and ongoing litigation.
The timeline would place the start of construction just two days after the November 3 midterm elections, provided the project receives the necessary federal approvals.
In a filing submitted Wednesday, the Justice Department said the National Capital Planning Commission is scheduled to meet November 5 and could approve the final plans for the arch that day.
With additional authorization from the Department of the Interior, construction could begin immediately following the commission's approval.
The proposed monument is one of several construction projects Trump has pursued in Washington during his presidency.
The administration released final plans for the 250-foot structure last week, moving the project closer to the construction phase.
However, the project continues to face legal challenges from opponents seeking to prevent construction.
Wednesday's court filing was submitted as part of one of those lawsuits, providing an updated timeline for when work could begin.
The legal challenges could affect the project's schedule, even if federal officials grant the required approvals.
The proposed arch would add a major new monument to the nation's capital, reflecting Trump's interest in expanding Washington's monumental architecture.
For now, the administration is preparing for a possible November 5 construction start, although the project remains subject to federal authorization and ongoing litigation.
