Rory McIlroy on Trump and the Future of Golf
Professional golfer Rory McIlroy speaks with Mishal Husain at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum about LIV Golf, playing with Donald Trump and his secret goal. (Source: Bloomberg)
On Sunday, Donald Trump announced his intention to close East Potomac Golf Links, a municipal golf course in Washington D.C., for the purpose of "restoration work" to transform it into a single professional course. This announcement came despite the fact that the course is home to some of DC's historic cherry trees and a popular public park.
Trump's claim that his administration has "an absolute right" to renovate the course without approval has led to a potential legal battle, fueled by previous lawsuits and the administration's recent removal of over 500 trees from the property. The upcoming midterms may make this fight politically damaging for Trump and his party, who are currently unpopular due to concerns over corruption, inflation, and the cost of living.
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