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Judge orders Trump administration to halt work on historic DC golf course
The Guardian • • nation
Key Points:
- US District Judge Ana Reyes has ordered a halt to tree-cutting at the East Potomac golf course until 26 October, pausing work on the historic Washington DC site linked to Donald Trump's redevelopment plans.
- The order follows a tense hearing where Judge Reyes criticized the government for misleading her regarding weekend tree-cutting activities conducted with little notice to plaintiffs or the court.
- During the pause, the government must provide three business days' written notice before making any permanent changes to the golf course, ensuring greater transparency in the renovation process.
- Trump's plan involves transforming the East Potomac golf course into a world-class venue, accompanied by demolition and renaming of structures, and increased security presence since his second presidency began in 2025.
- Local residents express concern that the redevelopment will increase fees, reduce public access, and alter the historic character of a park that has served diverse Washingtonians for over a century.
