Veterans sue over Trump’s planned 250-ft arch, citing cemetery views
The Washington Post • • general
Key Points:
- Three military veterans and a historic preservationist filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over plans to build a 250-foot triumphal arch.
- The plaintiffs argue that the arch would negatively impact the experience of visiting Arlington National Cemetery.
- They claim the new structure would interfere with the purpose and intent of nearby monuments.
- The veterans involved previously served in Vietnam and later worked as U.S. diplomats.
