Federal judge blocks Trump's renovations of DC golf course hours before its closure
A federal judge cited Donald Trump's Truth Social posts as key evidence when issuing a temporary restraining order on the East Potomac renovation.
TL;DR
- A federal judge issued a two-week temporary restraining order to delay the closure of East Potomac Golf Links.
- The golf course was scheduled to close Sunday for a 15-month renovation championed by President Donald Trump.
- U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes cited Trump's Truth Social posts as evidence that the renovation plans are final, favoring the plaintiffs' motion.
- The plaintiffs argue Trump's renovation plan will alter the accessible golf course, making it unaffordable.
- This renovation is one of several redevelopment projects Trump has promoted in Washington D.C.