Judge halts tree removal at Washington golf course Trump eyes for expansion

A federal judge ordered a 24-hour stop to tree cutting at East Potomac Golf Course while considering an emergency motion from plaintiffs challenging Trump's plans to develop the historic site.

First covered Oct 12, 2026 · 9:55 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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29d Guardian Environment Judge halts tree removal at Washington golf course Trump eyes for expansion — Ana Reyes demands Trump officials explain East Potomac tree cutting and says it will likely cause ‘irreparable harm’ US district judge Ana Reyes on Monday…

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