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The incident embarrassed the White House and Trump’s team because a small group of activists got within a few feet of the former president during the surprise outing. While Trump was not harmed, and Secret Service handled his safety, aides reportedly expressed concern over how the protest unfolded.
This incident occurred amid broader political tensions over foreign policy and domestic protest movements, but what made it unusual was a follow‑up allegation reported in early January 2026.
