Trump hails US ‘discombobulator’ weapon as he meets Maduro op troops

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseFebruary 13, 2026 at 09:57 PM

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During a visit to Fort Bragg in North Carolina on Friday, President Donald Trump publicly touted a secret US weapon, referred to as a "discombobulator," which he claimed can disable Russian and Chinese defense systems. Trump stated the device was used during a January raid in Venezuela, preventing those systems from functioning. He met with the special forces troops involved in the operation, highlighting the precision and effectiveness of the US military. Trump's remarks marked the first time he publicly discussed the weapon at an event, suggesting its role in suppressing Venezuelan defenses. He addressed soldiers and military families at the base, accompanied by his wife, Melania.

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