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Administration says excavation will start on Trump's arch

President Trump's planned 250-foot arch would stand near the entrance to Arlington National Cemetery. It lacks final approval, but digging may start anyway. Three Vietnam veterans want it stopped.

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Published by CurrentWire Sep 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET · First coverage Sep 4, 2026 at 4:15 PM ET

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