DC, Virginia file suit to block construction on Trump's proposed arch

What happened: Washington D.C. and Virginia jointly filed a federal lawsuit on Saturday seeking a temporary restraining order to block construction of President Donald Trump's proposed Triumphal Arch. Key numbers: Final design vote by the National Capital Planning Commission is expected Thursday. Why it matters: The suit claims the project is unlawful without congressional authorization and cites traffic, environmental, and security harms. The administration has argued the arch is necessary for national security. Separate each section with a blank line. Coverage: 5 outlets in 24h

Washington D.C. and Virginia jointly filed a federal lawsuit on Saturday seeking a temporary restraining order to block construction of President Donald Trump's proposed Triumphal Arch.

The suit claims the project is unlawful without congressional authorization and cites traffic, environmental, and security harms. The administration has argued the arch is necessary for national security. Separate each section with a blank line.