| Source | Latest linked headline | Age |
|---|---|---|
| The Times of Israel | FLYING ON AIR FORCE ONE, UNWITTINGLY UNDER THREAT – AND WITHOUT TRUMP | 1 hr ago |
The US president told reporters who flew from Ankara that if he went, they would go too, but it was later revealed that the president was not on board Air Force One. According to The Times of Israel, the reporters were unwittingly under threat as the Secret Service carried out a covert operation amid an apparent security threat. The president's absence from the flight was not disclosed to the reporters beforehand.
The details of the security threat and the covert operation are not fully disclosed, but it is reported that the president's statement to the reporters was 'But if I go, you go. Right?' The Times of Israel notes that the reporters believed the president was on board when they flew from Ankara. Limited information is available on the specifics of the security threat and the president's whereabouts during this time.
The incident occurred while the president was traveling, and the secrecy surrounding his movements suggests a heightened security concern. This event highlights the importance of security protocols for the president's travel.