Huffman warns of personal liability for proceeding with the arch
Jared HuffmanU.S. representative from California
Huffman warns officials and contractors about proceeding without congressional authorization.
“They could be held personally liable.”
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Public Citizen's clients challenge Trump's arch authority; the administration invokes a 1925 law
Four plaintiffs represented by Public Citizen seek to stop construction of Trump's proposed Memorial Circle arch without new congressional authorization. The administration invokes the 1925 Arlington Memorial Bridge Act and disputes the legal basis for the suit. After an October 21 government notice said construction could begin as early as November 5, the plaintiffs moved for a preliminary injunction. The government's response is due October 28.
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Huffman disputes the claimed congressional authorization. Martin defends the project for Interior. Their statements express competing positions.
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Huffman rejects the administration's reliance on earlier congressional action.
After the quotation
He also discusses litigation and potential congressional oversight.
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Why this label?
He objects to the project and warns against carrying it out.
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