Secret Service is getting the fortified White House that past presidents resisted

President Trump has greenlit plans to fortify the White House complex, including permanently fencing off Lafayette Square, a move that had been previously resisted by past presidents to keep the area accessible to the public. This decision marks a significant shift in security policies, emphasizing enhanced protection for the executive branch at the expense of traditional public access. This change reflects the heightened security concerns in recent years, especially in the context of increased political unrest and public demonstrations, highlighting a new era in how the White House approaches security.