WASHINGTON (AP) — On Sunday, President Donald Trump visited several construction projects in the nation’s capital, emphasizing his plans for the East Potomac Golf Links. He indicated that the redevelopment could allow the course to host prestigious tournaments.
“When completed, this Course will have the ability to host Major Golf Tournaments, including The U.S. Open, The Ryder Cup, The PGA Championship, and other top PGA Tour events,” Trump shared on social media.
Trump explored the golf course with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, aides, and the golf course architect Tom Fazio along with his son, Gavin Fazio. A lawsuit in U.S. District Court challenges the course’s redevelopment. It remains uncertain when the course might host major tournaments since venues are chosen years in advance. The U.S. Open locations are decided through 2051, with open slots in 2043, 2046, and 2048, while the PGA Championship venues are booked until 2035.
In his post, Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the grass and sprinkler system conditions at the public course. Debris from the White House East Wing demolition, containing toxic metals like lead and chromium, was reportedly dumped on the site, according to the National Park Service.
Work on the golf course is set to commence on September 1, as stated by Trump. During his visit, he also reviewed updates to Lafayette Park, north of the White House, and traveled through the planned site for a triumphal arch.
In a separate announcement, Trump shared plans to meet with Janeese Lewis George, the Democratic primary winner for Washington’s mayoral race, referring to her as a “Communist.”
During a Thursday news conference, Lewis George declared her intention to collaborate with all, including the president, for D.C. residents’ benefit. She emphasized her refusal to pre-agree to any requests from the administration that might undermine the local government.
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