Sen. Duckworth Urges FAA to Reject White House Pressure to Approve Trump Arch

The Hill—Senator Tammy Duckworth called on the Federal Aviation Administration to resist pressure from the Trump White House to approve a proposed triumphal arch over a major thoroughfare, warning that aviation safety must not be subordinated to political vanity projects. Duckworth, the top Senate Democrat on aviation issues, said FAA officials should make their determination based solely on engineering and airspace safety standards. The arch, championed by President Trump, would span a significant roadway and critics say it poses a flight path risk. The FAA has not yet issued a formal ruling on the project.

• The Hill — Top Senate Democrat urged the FAA not to bow to White House pressure on the triumphal arch.
• MS NOW — Duckworth specifically urged the FAA to resist approving Trump's triumphal arch under political pressure.
• The Independent (UK) — Sen. Duckworth called on the FAA to reject pressure over aviation safety concerns about Trump's arch.
• Washington Times — Washington Times: Senator pushed FAA to base its arch ruling on safety, not presidential preference.