President backs consideration of a large arch in Washington, D.C., says committee will review plans

Responding to a reporter citing a Washington Post story, Mister President confirmed he is "considering an arch" for Washington, D.C., described the plan as "substantial," and said a committee has been formed to review it. "We're we're considering an arch. It's, like the ark... We're setting up a committee, and the committee's gonna be going over it," he said, and added he wanted it "in keeping" with the site and not taller than the White House.

A reporter referenced a possible height of 250 feet; the president said the size was "appropriate for the site" and emphasized aesthetic standards and historical continuity, noting repeated attempts over decades to build such a monument. He said the proposed structure would be "the most beautiful in the world" if built.

The president also suggested settlement money might be used for related art or a ballroom in New York, but he did not identify procurement steps, funding sources, or any federal approvals required for construction in Washington, D.C. No plans, architects, or formal proposals were released during the gaggle.

Next steps: The president said a committee will review the proposal; no schedule or design documents were provided during the exchange.