Trump eyes new White House lawn project that could reshape presidential travel
President Trump is considering the installation of a new helipad at the White House to accommodate Marine One. This addition aims to protect the South Lawn's grass from the powerful engines of newer presidential helicopters. The funding details for this potential project remain unclear.
- ▪President Trump is reportedly eyeing a new helipad for Marine One at the White House.
- ▪The helipad would help protect the South Lawn's grass from helicopter engines.
- ▪Details regarding the funding for the helipad have not been disclosed.
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Administration Trump eyes new White House lawn project that could reshape presidential travel The addition would protect the South Lawn's grass from the powerful engines of newer presidential helicopters By Ashley J. DiMella Fox News Published May 18, 2026 1:32pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Sen. Rand Paul backs White House ballroom after WHCA shooting Senator Rand Paul, R-Ky., discusses his bill to ensure a privately funded, secure White House ballroom following a recent shooting incident. He addresses President Donald Trump's renewed push for the ballroom, emphasizing that his bill avoids taxpayer expenditure. Paul critiques partisan opposition from Democrats like Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and Sen.
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