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newser.compolitics2 days ago
Air Force One jet used since 1990 completes final flight
One of the customized Boeing 747-200 aircraft that served as Air Force One made its last trip earlier this week, returning the president from Europe. Officials said the plane had operated in that role since 1990.
The War Zoneworld2 days ago
Air Force Confirms Both VC-25A Jets Remain in Active Service
The U.S. Air Force stated that both existing VC-25A presidential aircraft will continue operating alongside a new VC-25B Bridge jet. Officials clarified the timeline after social media posts suggested one aircraft was retiring.
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Washington Examinerpolitics34 days ago
White House Plans Helipad on South Lawn for Marine One
The White House is considering construction of a helipad on the South Lawn to reduce damage from Marine One helicopter operations. The plan addresses concerns about the newer VH-92A Patriot helicopter's impact on the lawn.
South China Morning Posttechnology37 days ago
Trump Posts 10 Times on Social Media During Beijing Visit
President Donald Trump landed in Beijing on Wednesday evening and has posted 10 social media updates since then, most consisting of videos of his arrival and greetings from Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trump hailed Xi as “one of the World’s Great Leaders,” praised a state banque…
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New York Postpolitics37 days ago
Trump Tours Beijing Leadership Compound Zhongnanhai With Xi Jinping, Receives Rose Seeds as Gift
President Trump and Xi Jinping toured the 1500-acre Zhongnanhai compound in Beijing on May 15, 2026. Trump praised the roses there and received a commitment for seeds of Rosa chinensis to plant in the White House Rose Garden. The visit, only the latest by a handful of U.S. leader…
alternet.orgpolitics38 days ago
Chinese security blocks U.S. Secret Service agent at event during presidential trip
Chinese security personnel prevented a U.S. Secret Service agent from accessing an event during a presidential visit to China. The incident occurred amid standard protective arrangements for the U.S. delegation. Officials from both sides have not issued public statements on the m…
eonline.compolitics40 days ago
Melania Trump Will Not Accompany President Trump on State Visit to China
First Lady Melania Trump is skipping President Donald Trump's upcoming trip to Beijing, his first state visit to China since 2017. The Office of the First Lady confirmed she is not travelling this time. In 2017 she joined him on a visit marked by elaborate Chinese hospitality and…
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channelnewsasia.comai40 days ago
Trump Invites Tech and Finance Executives to Join China Trip
A group of prominent U.S. executives from technology, finance and agricultural companies have been invited to accompany the President on a trip to Beijing this week. The visit includes a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping focused on trade, artificial intelligence and Iran.…
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channelnewsasia.compolitics40 days ago
Trump Joins 17 US CEOs at Summit With Xi Jinping in China
President Trump has invited a delegation of 17 senior executives from major American companies to accompany him on a trip to China later this week. The group includes leaders from technology, finance, aerospace, agriculture and payments sectors. The visit will include a summit me…
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Semaforpolitics45 days ago
Trump Administration Sends Tech, Energy, and Finance CEOs to China
The Trump administration is inviting chief executives from Nvidia, Apple, Exxon, Boeing, Qualcomm, Blackstone, Citigroup and Visa to accompany President Trump to China. The trip is scheduled for next week as of May 7, 2026. Officials emphasize building the relationship between Tr…
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South China Morning Postpolitics45 days ago
US Motorcade SUVs Spotted in Beijing Ahead of May 14 Presidential Visit
Two black SUVs with tinted windows and U.S. government plates were observed on a Beijing highway on Wednesday. The vehicles are part of preparations for a presidential visit scheduled for May 14 that includes a China-U.S. summit. Multiple U.S. Air Force C-17 transport aircraft ha…
livemint.compolitics44 days ago
Nvidia, Apple and Exxon CEOs to Join Trump on China Trip
The chief executives of Nvidia, Apple and Exxon will accompany President Trump on an upcoming visit to China. The trip comes as companies seek tariff refunds after the Supreme Court ruled Trump's duties illegal in February 2025, triggering a refund portal that could cost the U.S.…
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South China Morning Postpolitics49 days ago
US C-17 Cargo Planes Land in Beijing Ahead of Trump's State Visit
Two U.S. Air Force C-17 cargo planes arrived at Beijing Capital International Airport on Friday and Saturday, according to images and tracking data. The arrivals coincide with preparations for President Donald Trump's expected visit to China this month. Similar aircraft deploymen…