The proposal is framed as part of a broader push for civic architecture, echoing a call for timeless, classical design in federal and military buildings.

A new, self-sustaining base concept is unveiled, selected through a merit-based competition among state governors to determine the site for what’s billed as a modern, high-capacity military fortress.

The installation would house up to 25,000 service members and offer top-tier living conditions, training facilities, health care, child care, and other services while operating off the commercial grid.

Deliberations for the pitch will be public and recorded to deter favoritism, while stressing rapid construction and fewer bureaucratic hurdles.

The project is part of a wider effort to modernize the military by improving living conditions for service members alongside strategic investments in systems beyond traditional weapons.

The base plan sits within six strategic initiatives announced alongside reforms affecting military standards, complaint processes, senior leadership, and core training and maintenance.

The base is envisioned as a ground-up installation replacing aging infrastructure, spanning hundreds of thousands of acres with on-site power, modern air defenses, and advanced technology to support troops and families.

The site-selection process will be transparent and merit-based, with governors presenting proposals to the Pentagon; the winning state will be chosen for minimal red tape, favorable land and support packages, and strong community amenities.