Trump admin to start excavation for gilded arch in DC despite lawsuit

The Trump administration announced excavation will begin within two weeks for a towering gilded arch in Washington DC, a project facing a lawsuit and criticism over disruption to historic sightlines. The arch is part of a broader effort to imprint the president's legacy on the capital, including renovations to the Kennedy Center and a new White House ballroom. The legal challenge and ongoing opposition introduce uncertainty, but the administration is proceeding with construction.