Mar-a-Lago, Trump and Florida
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The FAA has issued new flight restrictions around President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida. The new restrictions will be in place for at least a year and will apply even when the president isn’t staying at his club, a major departure from what was done previously.
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Mar-a-Lago, the posh Florida resort synonymous with Donald Trump, is likely one of the most famous clubs in the world. A site for special events, glamorous weddings, Super Bowls and holiday parties, Mar-a-Lago has also gained a reputation as the site for significant political events, thanks to its famous, presidential owner.
The Federal Aviation Administration has imposed a 24/7, year-round flight restriction around Mar-a-Lago, regardless of whether President Donald Trump is in residence at the Palm Beach estate.
The Secret Service and FDOT placed the traffic signal as a safety measure for pedestrians and vehicles crossing Southern Boulevard, an official said.
If Trump does come on Oct. 17, it would be an earlier-than-usual return to Palm Beach for Trump ahead of the island's social season, and before the Mar-a-Lago Club has its season-opening party on Halloween. The traditional social season starts ramping up around Thanksgiving and slowing down after Easter.
Get information about road closures, flight restrictions, bridge opening schedules and more you need to know as President Trump travels to Mar-a-Lago.