Trump wants a new Camp David retreat at his posh Florida golf club
Trump's estate would stand in stark contrast to the rustic Camp David and mark another tradition transformed by Trump.
Donald Trump is considering transforming his Florida golf club into a presidential retreat similar to Camp David. The club would cover construction costs as a gift to Americans and offer free memberships for future presidents, with accommodations for visiting foreign dignitaries. Located just two minutes away from the airport, it could serve as a weekend retreat, akin to Camp David.
However, Trump's envisioned retreat would differ significantly from the rustic Camp David, which was originally a Great Depression-era camp for federal employees. Trump has a history of altering the White House and other structures to bolster his legacy, including adding gold leaf accents to the Oval Office and constructing a ballroom.
He is also planning a massive triumphal arch in Washington. Camp David, situated in Maryland's Catoctin Mountain Park, is a secure facility staffed by Navy and Marine Corps personnel, with limited public access. Trump International Golf Club, located in West Palm Beach, features a 27-hole golf course, a social scene, fine dining, and a luxurious clubhouse.
Trump has suggested renaming the golf club as "Trump International," emphasizing its safety due to the lack of high buildings and homes obscuring views. The club's attorney offered to designate it as a "U.S. Presidential Golf Course" for presidents and visiting heads of state, with no cost to the federal government and free memberships for future presidents.
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