Folks, I almost spilled my coffee reading this one. The Trump administration is planning to break ground on a “triumphal arch” in the next two weeks, according to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. Because, you know, what every city needs is a big arch. I mean, who needs congressional approval or proper planning when you can just go ahead and start digging, right? Somewhere in Atlanta, a producer thought this sounded like a great idea, and now we’ve got a big mess on our hands.
So, let me get this straight – the Trump administration is moving forward with this project despite a pending lawsuit, opposition from critics, and a lack of approval from a DC planning commission. And, of course, there’s the small matter of an FAA review that hasn’t been completed yet. But hey, why let a few minor details like that get in the way of a good arch? I’m sure it’s just a coincidence that this project is moving forward without proper oversight. Bless their hearts.
According to Ed Stierli of the National Parks Conservation Association, “The fact that they’re moving forward on this before any of the legal steps required is egregious.” Well, that’s one way to put it. I think “egregious” might be a bit of an understatement, but I suppose it’s a good starting point. And then there’s Democratic Rep. Don Beyer, who said, “This project is not even close to being ready for prime time.” You can’t make this stuff up, folks.
The Justice Department is asking that the arch lawsuit be rejected, citing a recent Supreme Court ruling that allowed construction of the East Wing Ballroom to continue. Because, you know, if it’s good enough for the East Wing Ballroom, it’s good enough for the triumphal arch, right? The DOJ said that the plaintiffs can’t establish standing based on their desires to view Arlington House or the Lincoln Memorial. Well, that’s a convenient argument, isn’t it?
The National Capital Planning Commission has only given preliminary approval for the project, and the earliest it could give its final approval would be October 1. But first, an assessment of how the arch impacts historic and cultural sites must be completed. And then there’s the Federal Aviation Authority, which is still reviewing the arch to determine if it poses a risk to air travel. Because, you know, it’s not like we want to build a giant arch that’s going to interfere with airspace or anything.
So, what’s the takeaway from all this? Well, it seems like the Trump administration is determined to build this arch, no matter what. And if that means ignoring a few minor details like congressional approval and proper planning, so be it. I mean, who needs rules and regulations when you’ve got a vision for a big, beautiful arch? It’s not like this is going to end in disaster or anything. Ha! I’m sure it’ll be a great success, and we’ll all be amazed by the sheer brilliance of it all. 🙄
In conclusion, the Trump administration’s plan to build a triumphal arch is a bit of a mess, but hey, at least it’s going to be a interesting ride. I’m sure we’ll all be on the edge of our seats as we watch this saga unfold. And who knows, maybe someday we’ll look back on this and laugh. Or maybe we’ll just shake our heads and wonder what could have been. Either way, it’s been a wild ride, folks. And I’m sure it’s far from over.
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Former remote-throwing champion turned #1 couch commentator on liberal panic in the media. Born in Texas (or so his mug says), he earned a degree in Fake Newsology & Beer Philosophy from YouTube University.
