President Trump to Announce $22 Billion Overhaul of Washington Dulles Airport
President Donald Trump is set to unveil a $22 billion plan to rebuild Washington Dulles Airport, a major international gateway for the national capital region. The announcement will be made at the White House, with United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy in attendance. The plan includes the construction of four new concourses, addressing long-standing criticisms of the airport's infrastructure. United Airlines, the largest carrier at Dulles, handles about 70% of the airport's traffic. The overhaul aims to modernize the airport, which has been criticized for outdated facilities and operational inefficiencies.