Trump’s Triumphal Arch Wins Approval From Key Committee

President Donald Trump scored a major victory Thursday after a federal arts commission approved plans for his proposed 250-foot “America250” triumphal arch in Washington, D.C.

Advertisement The Commission of Fine Arts voted 4-0 to approve the massive structure, which Trump has described as a centerpiece celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and a symbol of renewed national pride.

The proposed arch would rise near Arlington National Cemetery at Memorial Circle, making it the tallest triumphal arch in the world. Trump personally rejected suggestions to scale the project