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President Trump Proposes Converting Planned Washington Arch Into Military Complex
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President Donald Trump stated via social media that plans for a proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., have been altered to convert the structure into a military complex. Trump stated that the updated design was requested by the U.S. military for national security purposes and will include facilities for drone storage, ammunition, and snipers. The announcement comes as a federal court evaluates legal challenges surrounding the construction of the arch.
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President Donald Trump announced updated plans for a proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., stating the structure will function as a military facility.
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