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NJ Nominee Proposes Seizing Trump Golf Club for Housing

10/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Katie Brennan, the nominee for the New Jersey General Assembly, proposed seizing Trump National Golf Club by eminent domain, citing $18 billion for infrastructure.
She called the move retaliatory and unconstitutional, and urged affordable housing on the seized golf course.
Russ Vought, director of the Office of Management and Budget, said funds were held to prevent allocations tied to diversity policies.

History

Historical Context

The Eminent Domain Act of 1976 allowed governments to seize private property for public use, often compensating owners below market value. This law reflects ongoing tensions between property rights and community development, as seen in Oregon's Measure 37, passed in 2004, which aimed to address regulatory takings. Such conflicts continue to shape policy debates on land use and affordable housing initiatives.

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Story summary

Katie Brennan, the nominee for the New Jersey General Assembly, proposed seizing Trump National Golf Club by eminent domain, citing $18 billion for infrastructure.
She called the move retaliatory and unconstitutional, and urged affordable housing on the seized golf course.
Russ Vought, director of the Office of Management and Budget, said funds were held to prevent allocations tied to diversity policies.

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