DC, Virginia Sue to Halt Trump's 'Triumphal Arch' Construction
The District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of Virginia have filed a lawsuit against the National Park Service to stop President Trump's proposed 'Triumphal Arch' construction in Arlington's Memorial Circle.
The Lawsuit
In the lawsuit, the attorneys general of both states claim the project is "flagrantly unlawful" based on several federal laws:
- The Commemorative Works Act: This act governs the construction of commemorative structures on federal land.
- A DC Law: This law requires congressional approval for any construction on federal land within the District.
- Height of Buildings Act: The proposed 250-foot arch would exceed the 130-foot height restriction.
Key Points
- Height Concern: The arch, as designed, would significantly exceed the permitted height for buildings in the area.
- Lack of Approval: The lawsuit argues that no necessary approvals have been obtained, making the construction illegal.
- Environmental Impact: The plaintiffs also raise concerns about the environmental impact of such a large construction project.
"And a series of other statutes—the Administrative Procedure Act, the National Environmental Policy Act, and the National Historic Preservation Act—add further support for our position that the Arch project must be enjoined," the lawsuit states.
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