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flag President Trump announced plans for a 250-foot triumphal arch on the National Mall to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, sparking debate over its impact on the historic landscape.

flag On February 2, 2026, President Donald Trump announced plans to build a 250-foot-tall triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., inspired by India Gate and France’s Arc de Triomphe, to mark America’s 250th anniversary. flag Sharing an image of India Gate on Truth Social, he declared the U.S. version would be the greatest of its kind, emphasizing its symbolic significance and grandeur. flag The proposed Independence Arch would be located between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, surpassing the White House and Lincoln Memorial in height. flag A committee will oversee the project, though details on funding, design, and timeline remain unclear. flag The announcement drew attention for its focus on monumental architecture and its potential impact on the National Mall’s historic landscape.

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