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Judge chastises Justice Department lawyers after hundreds of trees cut down at D.C. golf course

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Federal judge halts tree removal at D.C. golf course Trump wants to renovate

U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes ordered a 24-hour halt to work at East Potomac Golf Course after the Trump administration cut down at least 430 trees over the weekend without adequate notice. The judge said she was "furious" with the Justice Department's conduct.

Oct 12, 2026·6 sourcesTrump administrationEnvironmental regulationWashington D.C.Executive overreach
Federal judge halts tree removal at D.C. golf course Trump wants to renovate
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