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Golfer brands Trump’s course overhaul plan 'ridiculous'
Golfer Max Salas calls Trump’s golf course overhaul plan 'ridiculous' as public access fears grow.
In brief
Golfer Max Salas calls Trump’s golf course overhaul plan 'ridiculous' as public access fears grow. Golfer Max Salas says Trump’s proposed East Potomac Golf Links renovation would price out regular golfers and is 'ridiculous' for a public course. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Trump’s golf course plans
President Donald Trump wants to transform East Potomac Golf Links into a championship course designed by Tom Fazio.
Golfer’s reaction
74-year-old retiree Max Salas says Trump’s plan is 'ridiculous' for a public course and wants it left alone.
“Leave us alone! Leave us alone”
Cost concerns
The renovation could close the course for 15 months starting November 15, raising green fees from $48 to hundreds of dollars.
Public access fears
Golfers fear Trump’s plan will make the course too expensive for regular players, with fees potentially jumping to $250 or $350.
Legal hurdles
The renovation faces legal challenges and court-ordered restrictions that could delay or stop the project.
The bottom line
Golfer Max Salas says Trump’s proposed East Potomac Golf Links renovation would price out regular golfers and is 'ridiculous' for a public course.
