Photos: Arc de Trump Revealed as President's Latest America 250 Project

"In a move that has sparked both praise and criticism, President Donald Trump has unveiled plans to build a grand triumphal arch, dubbed the 'Arc de Trump,' to commemorate the country's 250th anniversary. The 90-foot tall arch, inspired by the famous Arc de Triomphe in Paris, will be built across from the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
During a dinner for donors at the White House, Trump showcased renderings and models of the project, joking about the size options. "This would be small, medium, and large... I happen to think the large by far looks the best," he said.
The arch, which Trump has been involved in planning since its conception, is seen as a testament to his vision for the nation's capital. "He came up with the design and has been part of the process every step of the way," a senior White House official told CNN.
However, not everyone is pleased with the project. Critics have raised concerns about the cost, estimated to be in the millions, and the potential disruption to traffic in the area. Trump, unfazed by the criticism, believes the arch will be a "beautiful" addition to the city.
The project's inspiration, Trump explained, was not just about aesthetics. "In 1902, they were going to put a statue of Robert E. Lee up. Would have been okay with me," he said, referencing a planned but ultimately abandoned monument to the Confederate general.
The 'Arc de Trump' is set to become a defining feature of the nation's capital, and Trump is eager to see it completed. "It's going to be beautiful," he said, as he held up a model of the arch. Whether the project will meet with widespread approval remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the 'Arc de Trump' is a bold statement from the president, and a testament to his unyielding vision for the nation's capital.