Trump Announces Major Redesign for 'Terrible' Dulles Airport

President Trump announced plans for a major overhaul of Washington Dulles International Airport, calling the 62-year-old facility “terrible” and committing to a comprehensive redesign. During a December 2025 cabinet meeting, Trump criticized the airport’s outdated layout and aging mobile lounge system while praising Eero Saarinen’s iconic 1962 terminal. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy highlighted recent safety incidents and indicated the Department of Transportation will solicit bids for improvements. The administration aims to modernize Dulles into a world-class facility serving the Washington, D.C. region’s 25+ million annual passengers.