Bring Back Greatness

President Trump has called for the creation of ten Freedom Cities, new cities built on federal land representing a bold new approach to urban development, creating zones where innovative technologies and revitalized manufacturing can be developed and deployed under more permissive regulatory frameworks. The Presidio—1,500 acres of federal land at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge—presents an unprecedented opportunity to demonstrate this vision.

Under a reformed trust structure and reconstituted board of directors, the Presidio Freedom City would enjoy broad autonomy and an improved regulatory environment. This would enable faster deployment of emerging technologies, from biotechnology to autonomous systems, while creating a model for innovation-friendly governance that could be scaled nationwide.

By building at greater density and implementing effective civic management, the Presidio Freedom City would help address the Bay Area's housing challenges while creating an environment conducive to families and innovation. This project could help reinvigorate San Francisco as the home of American entrepreneurship, addressing the region's cost-of-living challenges while fostering the next wave of technological progress.