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Trump Returns from Turkey on Old Air Force One Jet Amid Security Concerns

Security measures following U.S. strikes in Iran prompted President Trump to travel on the older Air Force One instead of the newer jet gifted by Qatar.

Jul 9, 2026, 10:12 PM NBC Politics

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Retired Secret Service Special Agent Robert McDonald discussed on Meet the Press NOW the security protocols that led President Trump to return from Turkey aboard the old Air Force One jet rather than the newer aircraft gifted by Qatar. This decision came after the U.S. launched new military strikes in Iran, raising security concerns.

The situation unfolds amid escalating tensions, with U.S. strikes on Iran marking a significant escalation and fears growing of a return to full-scale conflict. Additional political developments include calls from the Maine House speaker urging party leaders to allow voters to replace Graham Platner, and political analysts warning that if Platner remains on the ballot, Democrats could lose the seat.

Other notable topics in the political landscape include mixed messaging from Trump on the scope of the military conflict with Iran, a call between Trump and the FIFA president over a red card controversy, and observations from a presidential historian about Trump attempting to create a "Red Scare on steroids."

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