A viral video circulating on social media has drawn attention to apparent structural issues affecting a scale replica of President Donald Trump’s proposed “Triumphal Arch,” displayed at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

The footage, shared by the FactPost account on X, appears to show material—described as caulk—oozing from visible cracks near the columns of the installation.While the video has not been independently verified, it has fueled widespread online discussion about the quality and durability of the display.The replica is part of a larger exhibition tied to the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations, branded as the “Great American State Fair.

” According to reports, the event has already faced several logistical and political challenges, including vendor issues, sponsor withdrawals, and temporary closures of attractions due to electrical problems.

Critics and observers have also noted controversy surrounding the broader planning of the celebrations, particularly after the administration reportedly sidelined the congressionally backed America250 commission in favor of a separate, politically aligned initiative.The arch design itself has also been controversial beyond the replica.

The proposed full-scale structure, intended to be built near the Lincoln Memorial across the Potomac River, has drawn objections from veterans’ organizations, which argue it could obstruct views of Arlington National Cemetery.

The viral footage of the replica’s deterioration has intensified scrutiny of the project, with critics using it as an example of concerns about execution and oversight.

At this time, officials associated with the event have not issued a detailed response addressing the video or claims about the structural condition of the replica installation.