President Donald Trump was protected by the U.S. Army's Avenger surface-to-air missile system while golfing at his Bedminster course in New Jersey. The system, which fires Stinger heat-seeking missiles, was seen in the background of photos and videos taken during the tournament.
The deployment of the Avenger system highlights the increased threat to Trump from Iran, which has made public threats against him. The system is a fast-reacting point defense asset that has been upgraded to deal with drones.
The use of the Avenger system is part of a larger effort to protect Trump, who has been the target of several assassination attempts and threats. The Secret Service and other agencies have increased security measures to safeguard the president, including the use of armored vehicles and electronic warfare systems.
