# Trump Administration's Golf Course Case Fails Judge Recusal Bid

> Trump's bid to remove federal judge overseeing golf course redevelopment denied.
- Title: Trump Administration's Golf Course Case Fails Judge Recusal…
- Summary: Trump's bid to remove federal judge overseeing golf course redevelopment denied. U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes denied Trump administration's request to…
- Keywords: trump administration, east potomac golf links, u.s. district judge ana c. reyes, justice department, tree removal, redevelopment, preliminary injunction, truth social, sports, Trump, Administration's, Golf
- Source: EssentiallySports — https://essentiallysports.com/golf-news-east-potomac-golf-course-dispute-trump-administrations-bid-to-remove-judge-gets-denied
- Author: Kailash Bhimji Vaviya
- Published: 2026-10-19T16:13:49+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: trump administration, east potomac golf links, u.s. district judge ana c. reyes, justice department, tree removal, redevelopment, preliminary injunction, truth social, sports
## Judge Denies Trump's Recusal Request
U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes denied the Justice Department’s recusal motion on Sunday, October 18, rejecting allegations of bias against the administration.
## Trump Administration's Legal Challenge
The Trump administration sought to remove federal judge overseeing East Potomac Golf Links redevelopment, claiming her conduct showed bias.
## Plaintiffs' Legal Position
Plaintiffs argue the redevelopment threatens East Potomac's historic character, recreational value, and accessibility to everyday golfers.
## Trump's Statement on Truth Social
Trump called the judge a 'crazed lunatic' and claimed the government has 'absolute right' to transform the golf course into a 'world class' facility.
## Tree Removal Timeline
Tree removal began October 9 at 4:55 p.m., with nearly 430 trees removed in a single day, prompting emergency relief requests.
## Temporary Restriction Order
Judge ordered a halt to tree cutting through October 26, requiring three business days’ written notice before irreversible changes.
## Trump Announces 15-Month Overhaul
Trump announced plans to transform East Potomac Golf Links into a championship facility, closing November 15 for a 15-month renovation.
## Key takeaway

U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes denied Trump administration's request to recuse herself from East Potomac Golf Links case, keeping the legal battle active.