Trump's underground White House security hub aims to replace temporary screening
The Trump administration has put forward plans for a new 33,000-square-foot security screening centre near the White House. The facility would replace the current temporary trailers and tents used for visitor checks. Officials aim to make the structure less visible by placing part of it underground.
The proposed centre would sit adjacent to Lafayette Square, a public park directly north of the White House. This area has seen past modifications, including fencing changes under previous presidents, but no major permanent structures have been added in recent decades.
The administration has stressed efforts to blend the building into its surroundings. Landscaping and design adjustments are planned to reduce its visual impact during and after construction. This project follows other alterations Trump has suggested for the White House grounds.
If approved, the facility would become a permanent fixture for screening the thousands of visitors who pass through the White House each year. The move would also remove the temporary setups currently in place. Officials have not yet announced a timeline for construction or completion.
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