A U.S. judge halted tree-cutting at Trump's golf course project after 430 trees were cut
A US judge blocked the Trump administration from cutting trees at East Potomac Golf Links. The government must give 10-day notice before any irreversible changes. Trump wanted to renovate the course for major events. Environmentalists raised alarms after 500 trees were cut.
- A US federal judge stopped the administration from cutting more trees at a Washington golf course.
- The judge ordered the government to provide written notice before irreversible changes to the golf course.
- Donald Trump wanted to renovate the dilapidated golf course to host major tournaments.
- The D.C. Preservation League and two golfers brought a court challenge.
- Environmentalists raised alarms after approximately 500 trees were cut down on the grounds.
- Judge Ana Reyes ruled in favor of environmental defenders.
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