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Washington D.C. is being dramatically reshaped under President Trump, sparking fierce debate over historic symbolism, public consultation, and constitutional intent. Plans for a triumphal arch near iconic memorials, a new White House ballroom, and even altering the Lincoln Memorial’s pool color are triggering legal challenges and outrage from historians who warn these changes undermine the city’s foundational democratic design. While some victories have been won — like removing Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center — many projects are already underway, raising urgent questions about whether this is personal vision or preservation, and whether the nation’s capital will still stand as a beacon of history and unity come its 250th anniversary.

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