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Trump threat that led to Air Force One switch not verified, sources say
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Daniel Miller , as published by FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on this incident can be found through news sources, including FOX 5 Atlanta.
In a security precaution, President Donald Trump was transferred from Air Force One to a different plane. This switch occurred after the NATO summit in Turkey in July. The reason for the transfer was due to intelligence regarding security threats targeting the President.
The details of the threat are not verified, according to sources. It is known that US officials received this intelligence, prompting the switch to an alternate aircraft. Further information on this incident can be found through news sources, including FOX 5 Atlanta .
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Category: local Published: August 14, 2026 Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News Reading time: 1 min
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