Judge Opens Inquiry into Whether Trump Officials Misled Court in D.C. Golf Course Case

Updated on: October 30, 2026 / 2:23 PM EDT / CBS News

Judge Opens Inquiry into Whether Trump Officials Misled Court in D.C. Golf Course Case

TL;DR

  • A federal judge is opening an inquiry into potential misconduct by government officials and lawyers.
  • The inquiry concerns representations made during proceedings over President Trump's plans to renovate the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C.
  • Judge Ana Reyes will examine if notices about tree removals were filed in bad faith.
  • The judge will also investigate allegations that government lawyers instructed officials to omit or include specific information in declarations.
  • Statements from Justice Department lawyers about the planned closure and renovation of the golf course will be scrutinized.
  • The inquiry is separate from the ongoing case brought by a preservation league and golfers challenging the renovation plans.