Virginia and D.C. sue over Trump's planned arch
There are now three lawsuits calling for a halt to potential work on a monument that would rise 250 feet over Washington, D.C.
The District of Columbia and Virginia have filed lawsuits against President Trump over his planned 250-foot tall arch monument, which could begin construction as early as next week. The proposed structure is 100 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty and would be built on a patch of grass by the Potomac River, connecting Washington, D.C., with Arlington National Cemetery.
U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan is considering issuing an order to halt the project until a previous lawsuit is resolved. The new lawsuit argues that construction will cause irreparable harm to both jurisdictions by causing traffic disruptions, pollution, stormwater runoff, and interfering with emergency services. The lawsuit also questions the national security benefits of the arch.
The Trump administration maintains that the project will beautify the nation's capital and serve as a tribute to veterans. The arch's design includes an observation deck, a staff lounge, and a fire command center, as well as significant changes to nearby traffic patterns.
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