Plans are underway to potentially establish a presidential retreat at a private golf club in Florida, following a proposal from the club’s attorney. The letter suggests the site could be designated as an official "U.S. Presidential Golf Course," with the property’s owner offering to cover associated costs. County officials are now reviewing the request, which would mark a new use for the facility under federal oversight. The move raises questions about public access and funding for such a designation.
President Trump wants to add a Camp David-type presidential retreat at his West Palm Beach, Fla., golf club, according to several reports. A letter sent to Palm Beach County commissioners by the golf course’s attorney Harvey Oyer said Trump is offering to “designate” his golf course as a "U.S. Presidential Golf Course" and be "utilized...