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Trump unveils plan to convert D.C.'s East Potomac Golf Links into championship venue

Donald Trump announced a project to redesign East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., into a public championship course designed by Tom Fazio.

Donald Trump announced a proposal to transform the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C. into a championship-level course. The plan was developed by the Department of the Interior, with Secretary Doug Burgum cited as involved. Construction is slated to begin, and the existing course will be closed for about 15 months while the redevelopment proceeds. Officials say the new layout will remain open to the public after completion.

Why it matters

The project could reshape a public recreation area in the nation’s capital.

How this story developed

  1. Oct 18 Trump unveils plan to convert D.C.'s East Potomac Golf Links into championship venue
  2. Oct 19 The existing course will be closed for about 15 months for redevelopment.

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East Potomac Golf Linkschampionship coursepublic recreationeconomic developmentTom FazioU.S. OpenPGA Championshipgolf course renovationDonald TrumpDepartment of the Interior
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