A federal judge issued a stern rebuke to government lawyers on Monday after the removal of 430 trees in East Potomac Park occurred over the weekend without proper notification, The Hill reports. U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes expressed her frustration during an emergency hearing, declaring that the government had lost all of its credibility in the ongoing legal battle. She told the lawyers representing the government that she was “beyond disappointed” with their conduct regarding the project.
This situation stems from a lawsuit filed by the DC Preservation League and two individuals who are working to stop an overhaul of the public golf courses located on the property. President Trump has stated that he wants these courses converted into a championship-caliber facility capable of hosting professional tournaments.
