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Trump says ‘nobody will’ build monuments for him once he’s gone
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump acknowledged building monuments to himself in Washington, DC, stating that "nobody will do it once I'm gone."
- His architectural projects include a White House ballroom, a 250-foot "triumphal arch" near Arlington National Cemetery, and security features like a drone port and underground bunker.
- Some congressional Republicans and Trump advisers worry that the ballroom project could hurt GOP midterm election chances and distract from campaign messaging.
- Trump defended the ballroom as necessary for national security and expressed pride in his construction efforts, emphasizing their importance to his legacy.
- Sources close to Trump suggest the ballroom and monuments represent his lasting impact, as they are physical legacies unlikely to be undone by future administrations.
