President Donald Trump is seeking to designate part of his Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, as a presidential retreat for future U.S. presidents, modeled in part on Camp David, according to multiple reports. The proposal is described as a plan for the federal government to have access to and use of portions of the property while the remainder continues operating as a private golf course.
Several outlets cite a letter sent to Palm Beach County commissioners by the club’s attorney, Harvey Oyer, describing how the facility could be used for presidents and potentially for foreign dignitaries. Reported details include that Trump would provide access to the facilities for the federal government “at no cost,” and discussions around how much of the property would be made available. The Washington Post reports that the county is taking the proposal seriously, while other outlets focus on the Camp David comparison and on features cited as supporting presidential security and functionality. No final decision or official designation outcome is reported in the accounts provided.
