Trump Speaks to Reporters on Air Force One — February 16, 2026

President Donald Trump held an impromptu press gaggle aboard Air Force One on President’s Day, February 16, 2026, covering a sweeping range of topics including upcoming Iran nuclear talks in Geneva, a potential government shutdown, Cuba diplomacy, the Ukraine peace process, his new “Board of Peace,” Taiwan arms sales, the Epstein files, and sharp criticism of Democratic governors and politicians.