Trump confirms Secret Service switched planes in Turkey

On August 12, 2026, President Donald Trump confirmed that the Secret Service and the military arranged for him to switch planes in Turkey, a move that kept his departure from Air Force One secret. Trump said the decision was made due to security threats and that the plane faced a 'greater risk.' The secret flight has drawn criticism from reporters and Democrats, who are demanding a briefing on the operation. Trump stated he followed the advice of the Secret Service.