Trump Administration Proposes Fence Around Lafayette Square Park

The Trump administration has put forward a plan to erect a fence around Lafayette Square Park. The proposal is now before the Commission of Fine Arts for consideration. Lafayette Square sits directly adjacent to the White House. The park has long been a gathering place for numerous protests. The administration argues that fencing the park is necessary. The Commission will assess the proposal at its upcoming meeting. A decision could affect future demonstrations at the historic site. Outcome will shape public access to the area near the White House.