BREAKING: Trump Turns Back To Washington En-Route To Davos | World Economic Forum

President Donald Trump's Air Force One experienced a minor electrical issue shortly after takeoff from Joint Base Andrews on January 20, 2026, while en route to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The crew detected the glitch out of an abundance of caution, prompting the plane to make a U-turn and return safely to the base around 11:07 p.m. ET. No emergency was declared, and everyone on board, including Trump, remained secure, with press cabin lights flickering briefly as one reported symptom.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the precautionary measure, noting Trump would simply transfer to another aircraft to resume the trip. The incident caused a brief delay in his travel amid heightened geopolitical tensions, including tariff disputes and Greenland issues. Leavitt even joked about the superior sound of a potential Qatari jet, contrasting it with the glitch. Trump, who had earlier expressed enthusiasm for a successful Davos visit and touted America's economic gains, now faces this unexpected hiccup on his way to address global leaders. Greater Noida Engineer