Representative Jamie Raskin, a Democrat from Maryland, criticized President Donald Trump's proposal for a triumphal arch intended to connect Washington, D.C. and Virginia. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that the arch would include a "top grade military complex" and would be equipped with snipers and drones. Raskin's remarks were made during a discussion on the importance of statehood for Washington, D.C.
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Rep. Jamie Raskin criticizes Trump's proposed arch and advocates for D.C. statehood
Rep. Jamie Raskin criticized President Trump's proposed triumphal arch that would connect Washington, D.C. and Virginia, which Trump described as incorporating military features. Raskin also called for statehood for Washington, D.C.
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Raskin attacks Trump’s proposed arch, calls for DC statehood
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Rep. Jamie Raskin criticizes Trump's proposed arch and advocates for D.C. statehood