Wait, what's happening with Malcolm X Park?

Also, the latest on Trump's bike lane removal

We've got a special Monday drop for you, with an explainer breaking down the closures at Malcolm X Park. The good news is that we might have a working fountain again, the bad news is that you might have to cancel your spring picnic. We also have an update on the Trump administration's efforts to remove a chunk of a popular downtown bike lane, just as cherry blossom season sets in.

— Abigail


Everything to know about Malcolm X Park's closure

A large crowd of people picnic in D.C.'s Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park.
(Sam Delgado)

From the schedule to Trump's role in the park's restoration.


A biker in the 15th Street bike lane.
(Martin Austermuhle)

The Washington Area Bicyclist Association is suing to try and stop them.


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Abigail

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