Trump Says Planned White House Arch Could Double as 'Military Complex'
The president suggested the structure could host drones and snipers, part of a pattern of framing beautification projects as having defensive purposes, according to CNBC.
President Donald Trump said his planned arch would become a "military complex" capable of hosting drones and snipers, according to CNBC.
The statement is another example of how Trump has insisted that his initiatives to beautify the White House and Washington also serve a defensive purpose, CNBC reported.
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- Trump says his planned arch would become a 'military complex' able to host drones and snipers — CNBC — Top News
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