Trump Alleges “Triple Sabotage” At UNGA
In a speech at the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that three technical malfunctions during his visit were deliberate acts of sabotage. He described them as “sinister events” and a “real disgrace.” The incidents included a halted escalator, a malfunctioning teleprompter, and audio failures during his address.
Details Of The Incidents
Trump claimed that as he and First Lady Melania stepped on the escalator, it suddenly stopped, nearly causing a fall. He said the teleprompter went dark just as he began speaking, forcing him to continue without prompting. He also alleged that delegates could not hear his speech properly due to sound system issues, and that his wife later told him she had heard nothing.
Response And Investigation
Trump said the Secret Service has launched an investigation and asked the UN to preserve all security footage. He demanded arrests of those responsible. UN officials, however, offered alternative explanations. The escalator stoppage was attributed to a safety mechanism possibly triggered by a videographer. The teleprompter was operated by Trump’s team rather than the UN. The sound system, UN officials say, relays speeches to delegates through earpieces and was operational.
Broader Context
The incident occurred during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, where Trump also used his platform to criticize the institution and raise international policy issues. The sabotage claims add a further layer of contention to his return to the UN stage.
