Vietnam War veterans and an architectural historian have filed a request for an emergency temporary restraining order to halt the Trump administration’s plan to break ground on a proposed “triumphal arch” in the Washington, D.C., area. The plaintiffs—veterans Michael Lemmon, Shaun Byrnes and Jon Gundersen, joined by historian Calder Loth—argue that the monument would dishonor their service and glorify a president whose policies they contend have harmed veterans. Their lawsuit seeks to block the project before construction begins, citing concerns over the arch’s symbolism, its impact on the historic landscape, and the lack of public input. The case underscores a growing clash between veterans’ groups and the administration over how the nation commemorates its military history.
The Vietnam War veterans suing over President Trump’s proposed triumphal arch are seeking an emergency court order to block the administration from pursuing its imminent plans to break ground in the Washington D.C. area. Veterans Michael Lemmon, Shaun Byrnes, Jon Gundersen — along with architectural historian Calder Loth — filed their temporary restraining order request...
