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Coverage dated September 21, 2026

House Republican signals opposition to using military funds for Trump’s arch

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Rep. Mike Simpson (R-Idaho), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, said Monday that he thinks Pentagon funding should not be used toward the construction of President Trump’s triumphal arch.

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  1. Washington Examiner

    GOP congressman raises concerns over funding for Trump’s arch (opens Washington Examiner)

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    Washington Examiner's feed description

    Senior House Appropriations Committee member Rep. Mike Simpson (R-ID) on Monday said he is against using defense spending to fund President Donald Trump’s planned triumphal arch, noting that other military needs should be prioritized.

  2. Newsweek

    Senior GOP Appropriator Opposes Funding Trump's Arch (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    Senior GOP appropriator Mike Simpson says Pentagon funds should not be used for Trump's proposed arch.

  3. The Hill

    House Republican signals opposition to using military funds for Trump’s arch (opens The Hill)

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    The Hill's feed description

    Rep. Mike Simpson (R-Idaho), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, said Monday that he thinks Pentagon funding should not be used toward the construction of President Trump’s triumphal arch.

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