Trump Proposes $1B Overhaul of Washington’s East Potomac Golf Links Amid Legal Scrutiny

President Donald Trump unveiled plans to transform the historic East Potomac Golf Links into a world‑class championship venue, citing a partnership with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and famed architect Tom Fazio. The redesign would allow the course to host major tournaments such as the U. S. Open, PGA Championship, Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup, while remaining open to the public. Trump said the project would create jobs and boost the Washington economy, with construction slated to begin after the course closes on Nov. 15 and finish roughly 15 months later. U. S. District Judge Ana Reyes, who had previously halted tree removal at the site, took judicial notice of the announcement and ordered the government to clarify its position on the project by 8 p. m. Sunday, and to have two attorneys attend a Monday hearing. The judge’s move underscores ongoing legal challenges over the site’s federal ownership and environmental concerns.