Trump's plane returns to air base after 'minor' electrical issue: White House

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Jan 20, 2026
Jan 20, 2026

US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews on January 20, 2026 — US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews on January 20, 2026
Mandel NGAN

US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews on January 20, 2026
Mandel NGAN

US President Donald Trump's plane was forced to return to an air base late Tuesday due to a "minor electrical issue" shortly after departing for Switzerland, the White House said.

Air Force One returned to Joint Base Andrews out of an abundance of caution, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said. It landed shortly after 11:00 pm (0400 GMT).

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