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POLITICS · The Wall Street Journal

Judge Ana Reyes issued a preliminary injunction on Monday to stop further tree clearing on the East Potomac Golf Links, unless there is an imminent threat to public safety, while litigation is ongoing

Published: 2026-10-27T04:07:00.000Z · 3-Minute Executive Summary

The Wall Street Journal reports that the order comes in a legal fight over Trump's renovation plan and requires the government to give notice before closing or altering the property.