President Donald Trump announced that renovations on the East Potomac Golf Course in Washington, D.C., will begin on September 1, despite a federal judge’s warning against starting major work without proper approval. The project, which Trump claims will transform the course into one of the world’s greatest, is part of a public-private partnership and will be overseen by golf course architect Tom Fazio. The renovations are intended to make the course capable of hosting major golf tournaments. This announcement follows a legal dispute with the National Links Trust, which previously managed the course. A federal judge has cautioned the administration about proceeding without court notification, emphasizing potential serious consequences.
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Trump says work will begin on DC golf course despite judge’s warning
