Trump Fires Arts Commission Expected To Review His Construction Projects

"The moves come as President Donald Trump pursues efforts to build a White House ballroom and a triumphal arch in Washington."

"The White House on Tuesday fired all six members of the Commission of Fine Arts, an independent federal agency that was expected to review some of President Donald Trump’s construction projects, including his planned triumphal arch in Washington.

“On behalf of President Donald J. Trump, I am writing to inform you that your position as a member of the Commission on Fine Arts is terminated, effective immediately,” reads an email reviewed by The Washington Post that was sent to one of the commissioners by a staffer in the White House presidential personnel office.

The commission, which was established by Congress more than a century ago and traditionally includes a mix of architects and urban planners, is charged with providing advice to the president, Congress and local government officials on design matters related to construction projects in the Capitol region. Its focus includes government buildings, monuments and memorials. White House officials have traditionally sought the agency’s approval."

Dan Diamond reports for the Washington Post October 28, 2025.

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