Lubbock, TX, October 18, 2026 —

President Donald Trump announced plans to close the historic East Potomac Golf Course in the nation’s capital for 15 months for redevelopment. The announcement describes a planned closure, but does not provide a start date or further details about the proposed work.

The information provided does not specify what redevelopment would involve, who would carry it out, how the project would be funded, or whether any approvals or permits have been secured. It also does not say whether the course would remain open in any capacity during the planned closure.

The course is described as historic, but no additional information about its history, facilities, or current operations was included. The announcement also does not identify any changes planned for the site after the redevelopment or explain the basis for the 15-month timeline.

Further details about the plan, including its schedule and scope, were not provided. The announcement establishes an intended closure period, but does not confirm when the work would begin or when the course would reopen. No information was provided about how the closure could affect golfers, staff, or other visitors.


Story summarized from the original created by MICHELLE L. PRICE, Associated Press on www.everythinglubbock.com, see more information here.

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