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Trump says his renovation plans for a golf course will have Washington hosting a 'major' tournament
By Josh Boak, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 28, 2026
· 2 min read
President Donald Trump on Sunday surveyed several of his construction projects around the nation's capital, suggesting afterward that his redevelopment of the East Potomac Golf Links would enable it to host a premier tournament.“When completed, this Course will have the ability to host Major Golf...
Key takeaway “When completed, this Course will have the ability to host Major Golf Tournaments, including The U.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
For Alamo Heights residents who are avid golfers, President Trump's plans to renovate the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington may seem like a distant development, but it could have implications for local golf courses. If the redeveloped course is able to host major tournaments like the U.S. Open or the PGA Championship, it could raise the bar for golf courses nationwide, including those in the San Antonio area. Local golf course owners and managers may feel pressure to upgrade their own facilities to remain competitive. Additionally, the fact that the East Potomac Golf Links is a public course could lead to discussions about the role of public golf courses in Alamo Heights and the surrounding area, and whether they could benefit from similar renovations or investments. As the redevelopment of the East Potomac Golf Links moves forward, it will be worth watching to see if it has any ripple effects on the local golf scene.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump on Sunday surveyed several of his construction projects around the nation's capital, suggesting afterward that his redevelopment of the East Potomac Golf Links would enable it to host a premier tournament.“When completed, this Course will have the ability to host Major Golf...
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