Trump converts proposed Washington arch into sniper, drone facility

President Trump announced the planned triumphal arch in Washington will be a dual-use facility for snipers, drones, and ammunition storage, framing it as a national security measure. This follows a pattern of repurposing ceremonial projects for security functions, as seen with the White House East Wing. The announcement is notable for its unusual integration of military infrastructure into a civilian monument, but details on funding and approval remain unclear.