Trump administration to close Potomac golf course for championship-level renovations
The Trump administration is taking control of East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., to pursue championship-level renovations, reversing the prior lease held by the National Links Trust. The move has sparked legal challenges and public controversy, including concerns over debris from the White House East Wing demolition being dumped on the course. No formal approval has been granted for the proposed redevelopment, which includes a potential National Garden of American Heroes.
- ▪The Trump administration is assuming control of East Potomac Golf Links for planned renovations into a championship-level course.
- ▪The National Park Service is set to begin cosmetic work, while major construction awaits federal approval.
- ▪The Interior Department terminated the National Links Trust's lease, a move contested by the organization and lawmakers.
- ▪Debris from the White House East Wing demolition was dumped on the golf course, prompting a lawsuit over potential environmental hazards.
- ▪Golf architect Tom Fazio is expected to lead the redesign, which also includes a proposed National Garden of American Heroes.
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The Trump administration is teeing up to take over control of East Potomac Golf Links, one of Washington’s three public golf courses, on Sunday, with a quick turnaround of the National Park Service’s pre-approved renovation plans. This is the latest round of renovations President Donald Trump is seeking for the District of Columbia, signalling he wants to redevelop East Potomac’s courses into a championship-level venue. Recommended Stories Iran will play World Cup games in US, FIFA president says Maryland approves girls’ flag football as varsity sport Canadian authorities deny FIFA president police escort ahead of World Cup meetings The NPS is scheduled to commence cosmetic renovations starting Monday, including landscaping, deferred maintenance, and tree-clearing work.
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