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Trump says golf course renovation will have Washington hosting ‘major' tournament
By Josh Boak | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 28, 2026
· 2 min read
President Donald Trump on Sunday surveyed several of his construction projects around the nation’s capital, suggesting afterward that his redevelopment of the East Potomac Golf Links would enable it to host a premier tournament.
“When completed, this Course will have the ability to host Major ...
Key takeaway “When completed, this Course will have the ability to host Major Golf Tournaments, including The U.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
For Trophy Club residents who are avid golfers, the potential for a major tournament in Washington may seem like a distant development, but it could have implications for local golf courses. If the redeveloped East Potomac Golf Links is able to host high-profile events like the U.S. Open, it may raise the bar for golf courses in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including those in Trophy Club. Local golf course owners and managers may feel pressure to upgrade their facilities to remain competitive, which could lead to investments in renovations and improvements. Additionally, the presence of toxic debris on the East Potomac Golf Links grounds serves as a reminder of the importance of environmental considerations in local construction projects, including those in Trophy Club. As the situation in Washington unfolds, Trophy Club residents may want to keep an eye on how the redevelopment of the East Potomac Golf Links impacts the local golfing community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump on Sunday surveyed several of his construction projects around the nation’s capital, suggesting afterward that his redevelopment of the East Potomac Golf Links would enable it to host a premier tournament.
“When completed, this Course will have the ability to host Major ...
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