{
  "id": 5768785,
  "title": "A golf course for ‘the people’ faces a presidential makeover",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/a-golf-course-for-the-people-faces-a-presidential-makeover-5768785",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-05T11:53:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Associated Press",
    "slug": "associated-press",
    "url": "https://apnews.com/article/trump-washington-east-potomac-golf-8859cf6b0befac5138df4457e99bccbc"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "East Potomac Park, a historic Washington, D.C. recreation area established in 1897 for the \"recreation and pleasure of the people,\" now faces a presidential transformation. The park, home to a century-old golf course, is being eyed by President Donald Trump for a major upgrade. The course, which has hosted top golf events, could become a world-class venue, according to Trump, who has been involved in various major projects in the city, including a $400 million White House ballroom and a triumphal arch. However, some residents fear the changes could alter the park's character by introducing costlier fees and reducing public access. Joe Foley, a long-time golfer, expressed concern about losing the park's affordability and historical significance. The park, which includes three golf courses, has recently seen debris from the demolished East Wing of the White House dumped near it, raising environmental concerns. Despite these changes, the park remains a symbol of accessibility and affordability for Washingtonians of all backgrounds.",
  "summary": "WASHINGTON (AP) — A pack of cyclists whisked by along the circuit at East Potomac Park while the golf course parking lot filled with luxury SUVs parked next to older, inexpensive economy cars, all with the Washington Monument in…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "A golf course for ‘the people’ faces a presidential makeover",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/a-golf-course-for-the-people-faces-a-presidential-makeover",
        "published": "2026-09-05T11:18:50.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}