Trump, Rubio Stumble on Air Force One Stairs

On June 8, 2025, President Donald Trump stumbled while boarding Air Force One in New Jersey, an incident that quickly went viral and was widely compared to similar missteps by President Joe Biden. Trump, who has previously mocked Biden for such stumbles, gripped the handrail and recovered, but not before social media erupted with commentary about the irony. Critics drew parallels to past right-wing scrutiny of Biden’s physical fitness, demanding equal media attention for Trump. The incident also occurred amid Trump’s heightened rhetoric on deploying troops during protests, intensifying debates about his leadership and health. Additionally, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly misstepped while boarding, prompting further discussion about the Air Force One stairs. The episode sparked renewed debate over presidential optics and media bias.