Global Politics Report Editorial
Trump’s Triumphal Arch Wins Commission Approval Despite Court Challenges
The judge acted swiftly after a federal planning board led by the president’s allies approved Trump’s 250-foot arch project on Thursday.
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Source: The New York Times
Politics desk: Court
Published: Nov. 06, 2026 at 01:14 AM ET
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Original source: The New York Times