Judge Taps Lawyer to Investigate Trump Administration’s Conduct in Golf Course Case

What happened: A judge appointed a lawyer to investigate the Trump administration's conduct in a golf course case after trees were cut down at East Potomac Golf Links despite an order requiring notice of major changes. Why it matters: The appointment follows the cutting of trees despite Judge Ana C. Reyes's order requiring notice of any major changes, putting the administration's compliance with the court under scrutiny.

A judge appointed a lawyer to investigate the Trump administration's conduct in a golf course case after trees were cut down at East Potomac Golf Links despite an order requiring notice of major changes.

The appointment follows the cutting of trees despite Judge Ana C. Reyes's order requiring notice of any major changes, putting the administration's compliance with the court under scrutiny.