Published: 12:28, January 21, 2026
White House says Air Force One turns around after malfunction
By Xinhua
US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One for a trip to attend World Economic Forum in Davos, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Jan 20, 2026. (PHOTO / AP)

WASHINGTON - Air Force One, carrying US President Donald Trump en route to Davos, Switzerland, returned to the Washington area on Tuesday after the aircraft experienced "a minor electrical issue," the White House said.

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Trump and his entourage will switch to another plane at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland and continue the trip, US media reported, citing White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.