A federal judge criticized Trump administration lawyers on October 12, 2026, for not providing adequate notice before the removal of hundreds of trees in East Potomac Park over the weekend. U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes expressed her disappointment with the government's actions, stating, "I trusted you all not to do precisely what you have done."
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Federal judge criticizes Trump administration for tree removal in East Potomac Park
U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes criticized the Trump administration for failing to give sufficient notice before cutting down trees in East Potomac Park. The judge expressed her disappointment with the government's actions during a court session.
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