Federal panel reviews fencing plan, screening center to improve White House security
Summary
The Trump administration has proposed new security measures around the White House, including a fence around Lafayette Park and an underground screening center for visitors. These plans are being reviewed by the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, which oversees construction design on federal land in Washington, to improve safety in response to recent threats against President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- The proposal includes a fence around Lafayette Park to control public access when needed.
- The park fence would have gates at the north and south entrances and may include or exclude four corner monuments.
- Security concerns increased after multiple assassination attempts on President Trump and a shooting near the White House in 2026.
- The new fence aims to replace temporary barriers like bicycle rack-style barriers currently used.
- An underground screening center is planned to improve visitor and worker security at the White House.
- The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, whose seven members were appointed by President Trump, is reviewing these plans.
- The plan includes similar fencing along Pennsylvania Avenue, north of the White House, between 15th and 17th Streets.
- The Secret Service expects fence construction to begin sometime in 2027.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.
