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Trump’s arch will harm historic sites but must proceed, federal officials say

Washington Post Politics·September 16, 2026·1 min read

National Park Service officials acknowledged that President Donald Trump's planned arch would harm dozens of historic sites but said it must proceed anyway. The admission came as the agency faces criticism over the project's impact on protected landmarks. Officials did not specify which sites would be affected or offer mitigation measures, insisting the arch's construction remains a priority despite the damage.

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