An article summarized by The Washington Sun:
President Trump is proposing a permanent presidential retreat at his Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, similar to Camp David. A lawyer representing the Trump Organization sent the proposal to Palm Beach County officials, and county officials say they are already working with the General Services Administration to explore the idea. The county owns the land beneath the golf club and leases it to Trump’s company.
Under the proposal, the federal government would receive part of the property to build a presidential residence and related facilities, while Trump’s company would continue operating the adjacent golf course and paying its lease to the county. Trump would reportedly pay for construction, and the retreat could eventually host presidents, foreign leaders and international summits. A separate entrance would distinguish the government facility from the private club.
No agreement has been reached, and the project would not be completed before Trump leaves office. Supporters say the location offers security, airport access and privacy, while Trump has historically preferred staying at his own properties rather than Camp David. The proposed retreat would not replace Camp David, which would remain available to future presidents, but it could become a permanent presidential facility and potentially another major piece of Trump's real-estate legacy.
