Former President Donald J. Trump took to his social‑media platform on Thursday to unveil a controversial proposal for the Washington Monument’s iconic arch. In a video posted from his Mar‑a‑Lago estate, Trump claimed the structure would be repurposed as a “military complex” equipped with “the best snipers and drones” to protect the nation’s capital. “We’re going to make the arch great again – as a fortress for America’s freedom,” he declared. The suggestion has been met with swift condemnation from historians, preservationists, and members of Congress, who warn that such a conversion would violate the National Historic Preservation Act and endanger public safety. Legal experts note that any alteration to the monument would require congressional approval and extensive environmental review.
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