Explained: Key federal panel is expected to approve Trump's arch while it's being challenged in court

The National Capital Planning Commission is expected to give final approval Thursday to Trump's proposed memorial arch near downtown Washington

National Capital Planning Commission

A federal panel that oversees construction on federal land in Washington, D.C.

special-use permit

A permit allowing a construction company to bring equipment and set up a staging area before construction

Memorial Circle

The location near the bridge connecting Washington to Arlington National Cemetery where the arch would be built