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Trump Proposes Major Overhaul of White House Grounds

3/14/2026

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump is advancing plans for a 33,000-square-foot underground security screening facility at Sherman Park, Washington, D.C.
  • The facility would replace temporary screening setups used since 2005 and aims to minimize visual impact with landscaping enhancements.
  • The administration has proposed a 90,000-square-foot ballroom to replace the historic East Wing, with a National Capital Planning Commission vote next month.
  • These developments reflect White House grounds changes under President Trump.