Trump rages as judge stalls DC golf course rebuild; he stays fixated on renovations and major tournaments
Trump promotes a major overhaul
Trump posted photos of East Potomac Golf Links and described it as “the Worst Golf Course anywhere in the World.” He claimed its closely spaced fairways made the layout dangerous and said the Department of the Interior would turn it into the best course anywhere. He argued the renovation could attract the U.S. Open and Ryder Cup, and promised Washington-area residents a 50 percent discount on rates. The post was his second round of unflattering images of the park in recent weeks.
Lawsuit challenges planned closure
Preservation groups and local golfers sued to prevent the administration from closing the park. They argue that safety concerns are being used to replace an affordable public space with an exclusive, high-end golf club.
Officials cite infrastructure concerns
The administration says deteriorating infrastructure, including a failing seawall, makes a closure necessary. The nonprofit managing the course is due to end its operations after this weekend.
Key points
- Trump says renovations could bring the U.S. Open and Ryder Cup to East Potomac Golf Links.
- Washington-area residents would receive a promised 50 percent discount on rates.
- Court filings say the course was slated to close November 15 for a roughly 15-month rebuild.
- The administration cites deteriorating infrastructure, including a failing seawall, as grounds for closure.