Avenger air defense system protects Trump while he plays golf at New Jersey resort
Avenger short-range air defense systems were spotted in photos and video taken while U.S. President Donald Trump played golf at his New Jersey resort during the final round of LIV Golf Bedminster on Aug. 9, TWZ reported.
President Donald Trump was protected by an Avenger short-range air defense system while he played golf at his New Jersey resort on August 9, according to reports. Photos and video footage captured the Avenger system in the background, with Trump holding a golf club. The White House confirmed the authenticity of the images on August 10.
In addition to the Avenger, Trump was also protected by electronic warfare equipment. On August 10, NORAD fighter jets intercepted two general aviation aircraft that violated temporary flight restrictions in the area. On August 1, the White House released a video of Trump speaking with military personnel, showing an Avenger system in the background.
The Avenger system, which fires heat-seeking Stinger surface-to-air missiles, provides rapid-response point air defense and can also counter drones. After the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, an Avenger missile turret was installed on a rooftop near the White House. In April 2024, Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and Vice President JD Vance were evacuated from the White House Correspondents Association dinner after an armed man attempted to breach security.
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