Trump says promenade will be built connecting Lincoln Memorial to Potomac River
WTOP • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump announced plans to build a new walkway called the "promenade" connecting the Lincoln Memorial to the Potomac River, aiming to restore the memorial's original intended design.
- Trump explained that the front and back of the Lincoln Memorial were originally intended to be reversed, but roadways built behind it blocked access to the water, which the new project will address.
- The White House provided no additional details beyond Trump's Oval Office remarks about the promenade and the ongoing Reflecting Pool renovation, which Trump also highlighted during the event.
- Trump showcased footage of the Reflecting Pool being filled with water and compared its length to iconic skyscrapers using a large chart, emphasizing its significance.
- Despite these efforts, Trump's plans to leave his mark on Washington, DC, faced a setback when the Kennedy Center began removing his name to comply with a court order.