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

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.

President Donald Trump is traveling to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, to commend special forces members for their role in ousting Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, who will face smuggling charges in the U.S. First Lady Melania Trump will accompany him to spend time with military families at the base. The visit is part of a series of trips to states that could be important in the upcoming midterm congressional elections. The White House aims to highlight Trump's economic policies, particularly those focused on lowering the cost of living, amid growing public frustration over affordability. Trump previously spoke at Fort Bragg in June during an event commemorating the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary.