Trump unveils plan to transform historic DC golf course as judge tees off
President Donald Trump announced Tom Fazio will redesign East Potomac Golf Links into a championship venue capable of hosting the U.S. Open.
TL;DR
- President Donald Trump plans to transform East Potomac Golf Links into a world-class championship golf venue.
- Golf course architect Tom Fazio is tapped to redesign the historic public course.
- The redesigned venue aims to be capable of hosting major tournaments like the U.S. Open, PGA Championship, Ryder Cup, and Presidents Cup.
- Trump criticized the current condition of the course as "old, broken, dilapidated."
- The existing course is expected to close on November 15 for renovations, with an estimated reopening in 15 months.
- A federal judge has ordered the government to clarify its stance on the project.
- The redevelopment has faced legal challenges, including a temporary halt on additional tree cutting.