Trump says monumental arch in Washington, DC will also be military complex
Also reported by CBS News
Summary
President Donald Trump announced that a planned large arch in Washington, DC will also serve as a military complex to store drones, snipers, and ammunition for national security. The arch, originally designed as a monument for 250 years of U.S. independence, has faced legal challenges and public criticism over its size and location.Key Facts
- The arch will store drones, snipers, and large amounts of sniper ammunition.
- President Trump said the facility will be unique worldwide and serve national security needs.
- The monument was first proposed as a triumphal arch to celebrate 250 years of U.S. independence.
- The arch is planned to be 76 meters (250 feet) tall, which is taller than most buildings in DC.
- Some Vietnam War veterans filed a lawsuit, saying the arch would block important views between Arlington National Cemetery and the Lincoln Memorial.
- The US Commission of Fine Arts approved an arch design with golden statues, similar to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
- The Federal Aviation Administration said the arch won’t interfere with nearby Reagan National Airport but needs a warning light on top.
- This project is part of several controversial Trump construction projects in Washington, including a new ballroom at the White House with an underground bunker.
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