Trump’s Washington Arch Plan: Monumental Gesture or Overreach?

President Donald Trump’s announcement to erect a grand triumphal arch near the Lincoln Memorial, commemorating 250 years of American independence, has sparked a mix of patriotic pride and critical scrutiny. The project, which Trump unveiled during a White House gala, is positioned as a lasting symbol of national pride. But beyond its grandeur, this plan raises pressing concerns about priorities, governance, and the true meaning of America First. Is Monument-Building a Genuine Celebration or a Distraction? At first glance, who could argue against honoring 250 years of freedom with a majestic structure crowned by the Roman goddess of Liberty? For...