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El nuevo Air Force One ya está en servicio, pero ¿puede lidiar con las amenazas a las que se expone un presidente?
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 11, 2026
· 6 min read
Por Pete Muntean y Alexandra Skores, CNN
Cuando el presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, partió de Turquía esta semana, abordó un Boeing 747 modificado de 35 años de antigüedad, y no el avión recientemente adaptado que permanecía estacionado al otro lado de la pista y que había sido prese...
Key takeaway El vuelo más reciente ocurrió mientras Estados Unidos lanzaba ataques contra Irán, país que comparte frontera con Turquía.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans may wonder what the security of Air Force One means for their own community, given the city's proximity to the US-Mexico border and its history of international interactions. The fact that the new Air Force One was not used by the president due to security concerns raises questions about the potential risks associated with hosting high-profile events or visits in El Paso . As the city continues to grow and develop its international relationships, the security measures in place to protect visiting dignitaries will be crucial. The scrutiny surrounding the new Air Force One serves as a reminder that security is a top priority for any city looking to host high-profile events, and El Paso is no exception. The city's law enforcement and security agencies will need to be vigilant and prepared to address any potential threats, whether they come from international sources or domestic ones.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Por Pete Muntean y Alexandra Skores, CNN
Cuando el presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, partió de Turquía esta semana, abordó un Boeing 747 modificado de 35 años de antigüedad, y no el avión recientemente adaptado que permanecía estacionado al otro lado de la pista y que había sido prese...
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