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NewsNBC Los Angeles (KNBC) – PoliticsJune 28, 2026Los Angeles

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 the subject of a federal lawsuit and has faced scrutiny regarding the presence of toxic debris from White House renovations.

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Why It Matters

The renovation of a public golf course in Washington, D.C., involves potential environmental hazards from construction debris and ongoing legal challenges regarding the project's development.

Key Facts

  • Construction on the East Potomac Golf Links renovation is scheduled to begin on September 1.
  • The project is currently subject to a lawsuit in U.S. District Court.
  • The National Park Service reported last month that debris from the White House East Wing demolition dumped on the site 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, Ryder Cup, and PGA Championship.
  • President Trump toured the site with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and architect Tom Fazio.
  • President Trump plans to build a triumphal arch near Lafayette Park.
  • President Trump announced a planned meeting 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 authority.

Who's Mentioned

personDoug Burgum“Interior Secretary”locationEast Potomac Golf Links“Public golf course site of proposed renovation”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”personJaneese Lewis George“Democratic primary winner for Washington D.C. mayor”organizationNational Park Service“Federal agency overseeing the land”personGavin Fazio“Son of Tom Fazio”personTom Fazio“Golf course architect”