Trump’s 250-Foot Arch Faces Congressional Hurdle as Ballroom Plans Move Ahead

Trump’s proposed 250-foot arch across the Potomac near the Lincoln Memorial and a $1 billion East Wing ballroom are facing legal challenges that could force congressional approval. Courts have already flagged the ballroom as illegal without express authorization from Congress, and the arch falls under the Commemorative Works Act, which requires congressional authorization as well. The White House says it could seek appropriations to authorize construction, while Republicans show caution or skepticism, making the fate of both projects uncertain and underscoring debates over executive power.