On August 9, 2026, President Donald Trump was photographed and captured on video playing golf at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in New Jersey with a U.S. Army Humvee-mounted AN/TWQ-1 Avenger short-range air-defense system and an AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel radar deployed on the grounds.
The heavy security deployment—designed to protect against potential drone or missile threats—drew widespread attention alongside NORAD F-16 fighter jet intercepts of civilian aircraft violating temporary flight restrictions over the club.
Context of the Deployment
- The Sighting: Photos and videos circulated widely across social media and news reports showing the missile-equipped Humvee parked near the active golf course layout during a LIV Golf event weekend.
- The Equipment: The AN/TWQ-1 Avenger system utilizes heat-seeking Stinger missiles and integrated machine guns, paired with mobile radar units for low-level air defense.
- Airspace Restrictions: The heightened military posture coincided with strict temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) over Bedminster, which saw NORAD jets intercept stray general aviation aircraft.
- Prior Remarks: Trump had previously remarked on the heavy security footprint during an early August visit with stationed military personnel, downplaying personal concern by stating, “We got it covered right there.