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July 10, 2026
Trump Administration Proposes Permanent Fencing Near White House
- The Trump administration is considering a plan for permanent fencing along Pennsylvania Avenue to improve security and reduce costs of temporary barriers.
- The proposed fencing would allow the Secret Service to manage access during security threats while maintaining public access where possible.
- The decision is still pending President Trump's approval, with concerns about aesthetics and public access being discussed.
2 Sources
- Trump now wants to install fences near the White House to help keep crowds further backJul 10, 2026 at 1:25 PM · Independent
- White House considering plan to add permanent fencing on Pennsylvania Ave. to bolster securityJul 10, 2026 at 3:47 PM · CBS News