Ex US President Donald Trump's surprise visit to Washington. Know why

Former US President Donald Trump unexpectedly and unannouncedly visited Washington, D.C. on Sunday, sparking speculation and rumors about his visit.

According to freelance reporter Andrew Leyden, Trump appeared in a video posted online of his arrival at Virginia's Dulles Airport, one of the frequently used airports in the capital city.

Upon getting out of the plane, the former president gets into a vehicle waiting on the asphalt road. Besides golf shoes, Trump is wearing a white polo shirt.


After the motorcade drove away, Leyden speculated that Trump was headed to his golf course in Washington, D.C.

Aside from making no mention of the trip on his Twitter account, Truth Social, or any other means, Trump has only visited Washington D.C. once since leaving office in January 2021.

An array of theories have been shared online in response to the surprise visit. It has been suggested that Trump may be in D.C. to avoid being arrested by the Department of Justice or to receive medical treatment at Walter Reed.



It is likely that Trump will be indicted in relation to the January 6 attack and his alleged attempt to overturn the results of the 2020 election. An FBI investigation has also been launched into allegations that he mishandled classified documents seized from his Mar-a-Lago resort.

As a result of Trump's golf attire, some have suggested the visit was not planned or was made at the last minute.

According to some, Trump may be in Washington for a speech by his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, at the Abraham Accord Peace Institute and America First Policy Institute on Monday.

The husband of former White House counsellor Kellyanne Conway, George Conway, suggested that Trump is not in Washington to play golf. The weather has not been ideal for golf, he said.

Related FAQs

Q: Why has an FBI investigation been launched against Trump?
An FBI investigation has also been launched into allegations that he mishandled classified documents seized from his Mar-a-Lago resort.

Q: What reason did few people give regarding Trump’s visit?
According to some, Trump may be in Washington for a speech by his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, at the Abraham Accord Peace Institute and America First Policy Institute on Monday.