Trump says DC golf course ‘restoration’ to start despite judge’s order to pause plans
Summary
President Donald Trump said that work to renovate a public golf course in Washington, DC will start on November 15 despite a judge’s order to pause construction. A federal judge had halted tree removal and required notice before major work because of concerns about the environment and historic preservation.Key Facts
- President Trump announced on Truth Social that the golf course restoration will begin on November 15 and reopen in about 15 months.
- US District Judge Ana Reyes had ordered a pause on construction and tree removal at the East Potomac golf course.
- The judge called the removal of about 500 trees "inexcusable" and demanded government notification before work continues.
- The golf course is a 106-year-old public space open to all income levels in Washington, DC.
- Opponents say Trump’s high-end renovation plans could limit access and harm the park’s character.
- The DC Preservation League sued to stop the renovation, citing environmental and historic damage concerns.
- The Trump administration claims the project is still early and “conceptual,” but tree removal has already occurred.
- The judge has ordered government officials to testify about the recent tree cutting and its links to the renovation plans.
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