Trump’s biggest Washington project yet faces devastating federal review

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe National Park Service identified potential negative impacts, including altering views and symbolism of sites like the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, as part of a federal review process (AFP/Getty)The Trump administration's proposed 250-foot 'triumphal arch' in Washington D.C. could adversely affect nearly 40 capital-area landmarks, according to the National Park Service. The National Park Service identified potential negative impacts, including altering views and symbolism of sites like the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, as part of a federal review process. Critics argue the arch's scale is inappropriate, would dominate the landscape, interrupt the solemnity of military funerals, and disrupt views between significant historical sites. Despite overwhelming public opposition, the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts and the National Capital Planning Commission, both headed by Trump appointees, have given preliminary approval to the design. The administration champions the arch as a project to celebrate American achievements, inspire patriotism, and beautify the capital for America's 250th anniversary, while critics view it as an eye-catching disruption. In fullNational Park Service concludes Trump’s arch is so big that it would intrude on other DC landmarksMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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