Trump says D.C. golf course construction will start next month

What happened: President Trump said construction on a new championship golf course at East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., will begin Nov. 15, despite an ongoing court challenge to the renovation. Key numbers: Construction starts Nov. 15; the course will be closed for about 15 months; a judge barred tree removal through Oct. Why it matters: A federal judge's order limits work while plaintiffs, the D.C. Preservation League and two local golfers, seek lasting relief. Trump said the course would stay public and be designed to host major tournaments. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

President Trump said construction on a new championship golf course at East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., will begin Nov. 15, despite an ongoing court challenge to the renovation.

A federal judge's order limits work while plaintiffs, the D.C. Preservation League and two local golfers, seek lasting relief. Trump said the course would stay public and be designed to host major tournaments.