DHS Headquarters to be biggest D.C. construction site since Pentagon

The federal government has gained approval to build a new headquarters for the Department of Homeland Security in the nation’s capital.

The “Washington Post” reports the three-point-four-billion dollar facility would be one of the largest construction projects in the DC area since the building of the Pentagon back in the 1940s.

Supporters say it will bring economic activity to one of the poorer sections of the city, while providing a safe workplace for 14-thousand Homeland Security workers.

Those against it, including historical preservationists, have long argued the project to be built on the grounds of Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital, would destroy a landmark site with scenic views of the Nation’s Capital.

But, John Cogbill, the chairman of the National Capital Planning Commission says, quote, “this is an important step forward.” Read more atarkansasmatters.com.