DC Preservation League
Coverage of DC Preservation League in the Nexus archive.
- The Needle: GOP Wants to Take Control of D.C., GOP Continues War on Smithsonian, Cyclists Protest Trump Golf Park Takeover, D.C. Needs More Housing, and Citizens Bank Cuts Ties With ICE Contractors
The GOP is advancing legislation to restrict D.C.'s financial autonomy, while House Republicans target the Smithsonian for its historical narratives. Cyclists protest Trump's East Potomac Park golf course plans, and D.C. faces housing shortages despite stated goals. Citizens Bank cuts ties with ICE contractors.
- Judge won’t stop East Potomac Golf Links plans, but she’s not throwing the case out
A federal judge declined to halt the Trump administration's plans for East Potomac Golf Links but also did not dismiss the lawsuit challenging the project. The D.C. Preservation League and two local golfers argue the administration bypassed required environmental reviews, while government attorneys stated no contracts have been signed and the project must still undergo necessary steps. The judge questioned a Sept. 1 start date mentioned by President Trump and raised concerns about testing of demolition debris moved to the park.
- Rubble from Trump ballroom dumped at DC golf course has toxic metals, data shows
A federal judge warned the White House to tread carefully with plans to revamp a DC golf course, citing concerns over toxic rubble from the demolished White House East Wing. The judge weighed in on a dispute over Donald Trump's plans for the historic golf course. The DC Preservation League filed an application for a temporary restraining order.