Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleScaffolding on the North Portico of the White House is seen through the fence around Lafayette Park, Friday, July 10, 2026, in Washington (AP)The Trump administration is considering installing new fences near the White House at key intersections to enhance security and manage crowds, according to The Washington Post.The proposed fences, located where Pennsylvania Avenue meets 15th and 17th streets, would allow the White House and Secret Service to close off areas during security threats. Secret Service officials have previously advocated for more permanent fencing but encountered resistance due to concerns about restricting public access to the executive mansion. The reported plans are part of broader changes to the White House grounds, including renovations and the proposed installation of permanent fencing around Lafayette Square. The potential permanent fencing at Lafayette Square has sparked free speech concerns, with a D.C. delegate introducing legislation to prevent it, arguing it would send the wrong message about democracy. In fullTrump now wants to install fences near the White House to help keep crowds further backMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Trump’s White House fortress plan sparks warnings over shrinking public access
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleScaffolding on the North Portico of the White House is seen through the fence around Lafayette Park, Friday, July 10, 2026, in Washington (AP)The Trump administration is considering installing new fences near the White House at key intersections to enhance security and manage crowds, according to The Washington Post.The proposed fences, located where Pennsylvania Avenue meets 15th and 17th streets, would allow the White House and Secret Service to close off areas during security threats. Secret Service officials have previously advocated for more permanent fencing but encountered resistance due to concerns about restricting public access to the executive mansion. The reported plans are part of broader changes to the White House grounds, including renovations and the proposed installation of permanent fencing around Lafayette Square. The potential permanent fencing at Lafayette Square has sparked free speech concerns, with a D.C. delegate introducing legislation to prevent it, arguing it would send the wrong message about democracy. In fullTrump now wants to install fences near the White House to help keep crowds further backMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
