The stunt startled residents, prompted 911 calls, forced a ground stop at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), contributed to more than 200 flight delays and burned taxpayer dollars so President Trump could parade his toy before children trick-or-treating on the South Lawn.
Senator Duckworth criticizes Trump's Halloween flyover.
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While this is welcome progress, Amtrak and the developer must continue robust and transparent conversations with residents to ensure their concerns are addressed for this project to be a success.
During Filipino American History Month, our resolution makes it clear: Illinois and our country will always be stronger because of our Filipino American community.
Productive conversations with local elected officials and the community to address their concerns must come first.
On October 29, 2026, the country got a trick dressed up as a treat—and another reminder that this unserious President is more interested in impressing children with his toys than in meeting the needs of the American people.
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