President Donald Trump Tripped Climbing Stairs to Air Force One, Sparking Heated Debate

Donald Trump’s stumble while boarding a plane has sparked a flurry of reactions from netizens comparing the president to his predecessor, who experienced something similar last year (2024).

U.S. President Donald Trump was making his way onto Air Force One to travel to Camp David on Sunday, June 8, 2025, when he faltered on the steps to the aircraft. TMZ shared a video that captured the moment on Instagram.

The footage opens with President Trump ascending the stairs to the aircraft in a dark suit, his right hand gripping the railing for support. As he makes his way upward, his foot catches on one of the steps, causing him to stumble forward.

He instinctively reaches out with his other hand to steady himself, bracing against a higher step before regaining his balance. Without pausing for long, he straightens up and continues his climb toward the aircraft cabin.