White House fires back at critics calling Trump's massive arch 'too big'

The White House did not confirm the exact dimensions of the arch that Trump is considering, but said that it would become a key landmark in Washington.

Trump also did not address questions about the dimensions of the arch when reporters pressed him on the matter Saturday aboard Air Force One, but confirmed he wants a large structure in place. 

The Post's story quoted art critic Catesby Leigh, who had previously advocated for a smaller arch for the 250th birthday celebration. 

"I don't think an arch that large belongs there," Leigh told the Post. 

Meanwhile, the proposed 250-foot structure far surpasses the scope of other major buildings in the area. For example, the White House is only 70 feet tall, while the Lincoln Memorial stands at roughly 100 feet tall. 

The proposed arch, which Trump has floated since late 2025, is one of several projects the Trump administration has spearheaded. Others include constructing a new White House ballroom and paving the White House's Rose Garden. 

Fox News' Jasmine Baehr contributed to this report.