From Rolling Stone · Jack Crosbie · · 1m 20s
Judge Orders Trump Admin to Stop Cutting D.C. Trees
Federal judge halts Trump administration's tree removal in D.C. after accusing officials of intentional deception.
In brief
Federal judge halts Trump administration's tree removal in D.C. after accusing officials of intentional deception. U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes ordered the Trump administration to stop cutting down D.C. trees until Tuesday morning after accusing officials of intentionally delaying notification to avoid court…
Trump Administration Targets D.C. Trees
Trump administration plans sweeping aesthetic overhauls to Washington D.C. including tree removal at East Potomac Golf Links.
Judge Orders Immediate Tree Stoppage
U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes halted all tree removal until 7 a.m. on Tuesday after accusing administration of intentional deception.
Administration Claims Routine Maintenance
Trump administration described massive tree cutting as 'routine maintenance' despite court order to notify before work began.
Courtroom Tensions Escalate
Judge screamed at Trump administration lawyers after they admitted tree work happened faster than anticipated.
Plaintiffs Seek Emergency Halt
Two golfers and D.C. Preservation League requested emergency stop to tree removal before Sunday night's rain.
Government Betrayed Trust
Judge said government intentionally delayed notification to avoid court oversight and 'cost government all credibility'.
Trump's Golf Course Plans
Trump claimed East Potomac Golf Links was 'dilapidated and very dangerous' in June, prompting public renovation plans.
Court Order Enforced
Judge threatened contempt proceedings if tree removal continued even one second after Tuesday morning deadline.
The big picture
U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes ordered the Trump administration to stop cutting down D.C. trees until Tuesday morning after accusing officials of intentionally delaying notification to avoid court oversight.
