Trump proposes converting planned arch into military complex with drones and snipers
World · 20 September 2026
Written by AI from multiple news reports
President Trump has announced plans to turn his proposed triumphal arch into a military facility. The arch was originally planned as a monument near Arlington National Cemetery, across the river from Washington D.C. Trump says the military asked for the change. He wants the complex to store large numbers of drones and keep sniper ammunition there. Snipers would also be placed on the roof. Trump called it a "top grade" military complex unlike any other in the world. He said construction would begin the following month. However, a federal court was already reviewing whether the arch project was legal. Trump has used national security reasons before to support large building projects. The arch plan has faced legal challenges since it was first announced.