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NewsNBC 6 South Florida (WTVJ) – PoliticsJune 28, 2026Miami-Dade

President Trump Announces Plans for East Potomac Golf Links Renovation

President Donald Trump announced plans to renovate the East Potomac Golf Links to host major tournaments, with construction scheduled to begin September 1. The project is currently subject to federal litigation and faces environmental concerns regarding debris from the White House East Wing.

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Why It Matters

The project involves the redevelopment of a public golf course in Washington, D.C., which is currently the subject of a lawsuit and contains debris testing positive for toxic metals.

Key Facts

  • Construction on the East Potomac Golf Links renovation is scheduled to begin on September 1.
  • The project is currently the subject of a lawsuit in U.S. District Court.
  • Debris from the demolition of the White House East Wing has been dumped on the golf course grounds.
  • The National Park Service reported last month that the dumped debris tested positive for lead, chromium, and other toxic metals.
  • President Trump stated the goal of the renovation is to enable the course to host major tournaments like the U.S. Open, The Ryder Cup, and the PGA Championship.
  • President Trump toured the site with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and architect Tom Fazio.
  • President Trump plans to meet with Washington mayoral primary winner Janeese Lewis George.
  • Janeese Lewis George stated she would work with the president but would not comply with requests that compromise local government.

Who's Mentioned

personJaneese Lewis George“Democratic primary winner for Washington D.C. mayor”personDoug Burgum“Interior Secretary”personTom Fazio“Golf course architect”organizationU.S. District Court“Venue for lawsuit regarding the course”locationEast Potomac Golf Links“Public golf course site of proposed renovation”personGavin Fazio“Son of Tom Fazio”organizationNational Park Service“Reported on debris toxicity”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”