product · May 15, 2026
Trump Officials Approve White House Contract for Triumphal Arch Construction
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National Park Service acting director Jessica Bowron approved a White House contract addition for triumphal arch groundwork on April 30, 2026. The plan tacks the project onto an unrelated engineering job to bypass standard bidding processes. Correspondence revealed efforts to start construction quietly for President Donald Trump's D.C. vanity project. Government-contracts attorney Alan Chvotkin noted losses in competition, pricing, and transparency benefits. Approval occurred on April 30, 2026 despite internal concerns.
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