Trump says he will close historic DC golf course for 15 months of renovations

What happened: President Donald Trump said he will close the East Potomac Golf Course in Washington, D.C. starting Nov. 15 for 15 months of redevelopment, despite an ongoing court challenge to the renovation. Key numbers: Closure set to begin Nov. Why it matters: The judge in the case noted Trump's post and ordered the government to state whether its position had changed from a Friday filing saying there was no final agency action. Democracy Forward, representing plaintiffs, said the course is part of a national park meant for everyone and that litigation aims to protect it. Coverage: 11 outlets in 24h

President Donald Trump said he will close the East Potomac Golf Course in Washington, D.C. starting Nov. 15 for 15 months of redevelopment, despite an ongoing court challenge to the renovation.

The judge in the case noted Trump's post and ordered the government to state whether its position had changed from a Friday filing saying there was no final agency action. Democracy Forward, representing plaintiffs, said the course is part of a national park meant for everyone and that litigation aims to protect it.