Trump Signs Order Targeting Presidio Trust, Pelosi's Landmark Achievement

The executive order seeks to reduce federal involvement in the self-sustaining San Francisco park, raising questions about its legality and impact.

President Trump issued an executive order to curtail the Presidio Trust's federal funding and operations, labeling it 'unnecessary' under his broader effort to reduce federal bureaucracy.
The Presidio Trust manages the 1,500-acre San Francisco park, a project spearheaded by Nancy Pelosi that has become a model of financial self-sufficiency since its creation in 1996.
Experts and officials argue that the order has limited legal authority, as the Trust operates independently and has not relied on federal appropriations for its annual operations since 2013.
Democratic leaders, including Pelosi and Senator Alex Padilla, criticized the move as politically motivated, with some calling it an act of retribution against Pelosi's legacy.
The park, which draws millions of visitors annually, is expected to maintain normal operations for now, but concerns remain over potential impacts on long-term infrastructure projects funded through recent federal appropriations.