Revised Design for Trump's Arch Approved, Height Reduced and Lions Removed

The Commission of Fine Arts has approved a revised design for President Trump's proposed arch, which aims to be the tallest in the world. The new design maintains the arch at 250 feet but eliminates an eight-foot base, reducing the overall height to just over 270 feet. Additionally, four gold lions were removed from the design due to their non-native status. Despite overwhelming public opposition, with 99.5% of 600 comments being negative, the project is moving forward, facing further scrutiny from the National Capital Planning Commission and potential legal challenges. The arch is intended to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary in July.

Key Details: • New design approved by the Commission of Fine Arts on Thursday. • Overall height reduced to over 270 feet; eight-foot base and four lions removed. • Public comments overwhelmingly negative; 99.5% of 600 submissions opposed the project. • Next approval needed from the National Capital Planning Commission. • Legal challenges anticipated regarding the arch's impact on Arlington Cemetery views.