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Triumphal Arch Project Sparks Controversy Over National Security
The Trump administration is pushing forward with plans to use the proposed Triumphal Arch as a military complex to protect the capital against drone threats. According to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the arch could provide a line-of-sight advantage and host security features such as drone detection sensors. The project, however, faces multiple legal challenges, including a lawsuit from three Vietnam War veterans and a complaint from Arlington County over environmental concerns. The administration’s plans were first reported by The Washington Sun.