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White House considering plan to add permanent fencing on Pennsylvania Ave. to bolster security
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- Trump administration officials are considering installing permanent fencing on Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House and Lafayette Square to enhance security and reduce costs associated with temporary barriers for special events.
- The plan, still awaiting President Trump's approval, would allow the Secret Service to open and close sections of the fence as needed for operational flexibility.
- Officials are exploring repurposing existing fencing materials rather than purchasing new ones, with the proposed fencing located between 15th and 17th Streets NW.
- The security proposal follows heightened concerns after a shooting near the White House's 17th Street entrance in late May.
- The White House has stated that no decisions are finalized and any projects will undergo the necessary review processes.
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