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Rubio and Bessent stayed on decoy flight from Turkey as Trump switched planes, official says
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent flew out of last month’s NATO summit in Turkey on what was effectively a decoy plane, while President Donald Trump was secreted onto another plane following an Iranian threat
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The Latest: Kennedy Center board votes to close for renovations and add Trump’s name to the building
The Kennedy Center will move forward with a two-year closure of the performing arts venue to allow for substantial renovations
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'If I go, you go, right?': Traveling on the presidential plane - without Trump
WASHINGTON, Aug 12 (Reuters) - From the beginning, something didn't add up. During the closing hours of the NATO Leaders' Summit in Ankara in July, U.S.
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President Trump Secretly Removed from Air Force One Due to Security Threat
President Donald Trump revealed that he was covertly removed from Air Force One during a trip to Turkey last month due to a security threat. The Secret Service and military advised him to switch planes, leading to an unusual operation where Trump hid in an airport catering container to board another aircraft while Air Force One acted as a decoy. This incident underscores the lengths to which presidential security measures can extend, although Trump downplayed the threat, stating he was not scared. The secrecy surrounding the event is unprecedented, as typically such operations are disclosed once the president is safe.
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President Trump Confirms Secret Evacuation from Air Force One in Turkey
President Trump has confirmed reports that he was secretly evacuated from Air Force One in Turkey due to a security threat. The evacuation, directed by the Secret Service, involved President Trump being transported in a catering truck to a separate plane for safety. The threat reportedly involved a potential attack with a shoulder-fired missile. This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by high-profile political figures and the measures taken to ensure their safety.
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The Latest: Kennedy Center board set to vote on whether to move forward with closure
The Kennedy Center’s board is expected to meet to consider plans for the performing arts venue’s future after a federal judge blocked an earlier move for a two-year closure that would allow for substantial renovations
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US Intelligence Skeptical of Israeli Warnings on Iranian Threats to President Trump
US intelligence officials expressed skepticism over Israeli warnings about Iranian assassination threats against President Trump, which led to a change in his travel plans after a NATO summit in Turkey. According to a Washington Post report, CIA analysts viewed the Israeli intelligence as low confidence and not compelling. Some officials suggested that the warnings were intended to influence Trump's decision-making in the region. Despite the skepticism, the US Secret Service took the threats seriously, implementing measures to protect the president.
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Nicolle Wallace Criticizes Trump's Air Force One Switch Amid Security Concerns
Nicolle Wallace has criticized President Trump for secretly switching from Air Force One to a smaller military plane during a trip from Turkey, citing security threats from Iran. The move, described as an 'extraordinary act of deception,' involved using White House staff and journalists as decoys, raising concerns about national security and transparency.
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Nicolle Wallace Criticizes President Trump for Secretive Air Force One Departure Amid Iran Threats
Nicolle Wallace, host of 'Deadline: White House,' has criticized President Donald Trump for what she describes as an 'extraordinary act of deception.' This follows a report revealing that Trump secretly left an Air Force One jet in Turkey due to security threats from Iran. The president reportedly used a catering truck to switch to a smaller military plane, leaving his staff and journalists as 'decoys.' This move was in response to an assassination threat from Iran, highlighting concerns about transparency and the safety of those involved in presidential travel.
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President Trump Confirms Secret Plane Switch Due to Security Threat
President Trump confirmed reports that he switched planes in Turkey last month due to a security threat. Initially, both Trump and the White House denied any security concerns, attributing the switch to a desire to showcase the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One. However, it was later revealed that the switch was prompted by fears of a potential missile threat from Iran. The incident involved Trump flying on a smaller military jet while the new Air Force One was sent ahead to the UK.
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Reuters
Factbox-After Trump's Turkey ruse, a look at past secret presidential trips
By Steve Holland WASHINGTON, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Closed aircraft window shades. A ballcap pulled low to hide the president's face. Seized cellphones. Strict warnings against leaks.
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President Trump's Secretive Departure from Turkey Mirrors Clinton's Past Decoy Tactics
President Trump recently executed a secretive departure from Turkey, reminiscent of a similar operation by former President Bill Clinton. Trump was secretly flown out of Turkey aboard a smaller military aircraft while a decoy Air Force One continued on its path with reporters and White House personnel. This maneuver echoes Clinton's 2000 visit to Pakistan, where a decoy aircraft was used to ensure his safety amid security concerns. The use of such tactics highlights the complexities and risks associated with presidential travel, especially in regions with heightened security threats.
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