Washingtonpost iconWashingtonpostSep 21, 2026

Trump’s plan to militarize proposed arch raises new legal, safety concerns

Aviation safety experts worry about the prospect of drones stored so close to National Airport, while preservationists say a review process can't go forward now.

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Aviation safety experts worry about the prospect of drones stored so close to National Airport, while preservationists say a review process can't go forward now.

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