Trump's Proposed Arch to Obscure DC Landmarks, National Park Service Report Confirms

A new report from the National Park Service acknowledges that Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot memorial arch will significantly alter sightlines to numerous Washington D.C. landmarks. The report, released Friday, confirms that the arch, planned for a location near the Arlington Memorial Bridge, is likely to disrupt the historical significance of dozens of sites, including the Washington Monument, and the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials.

Despite these acknowledged adverse effects on the visual landscape and historical context of iconic national monuments, the National Park Service has indicated its support for the arch project. The report's findings raise concerns about the potential impact on the nation's capital and its cherished historical sites.