A Virginia congressman has raised concerns over reports that construction activity has begun near the proposed Trump National Monument Arch, a divisive project planned just outside Washington. The lawmaker, whose district includes the potential site, said he visited the area after constituents alerted him to the presence of construction vehicles. The development comes amid ongoing debate over the arch’s feasibility, funding, and impact on local communities. Supporters of the president have suggested the project could move forward despite past skepticism from officials.


A prominent Democrat said Thursday that President Trump appears to be laying the groundwork for construction of his controversial arch just outside Washington.  Rep. Don Beyer (D), who represents the Northern Virginia district where the arch would stand, said he visited the site Thursday morning after constituents informed him that construction vehicles had arrived on...