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Washington Monument elevator overhaul extends reopening timeline
Billionaire philanthropist David Rubenstein will fund an overhaul of the Washington Monument elevator, but the landmark likely remains closed for about 2 1/2 more years. The project faces funding delays for a new security screening entrance, with reopening not expected before the 2019 cherry blossom season.
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