PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, Fla. (WSVN) — Federal authorities are investigating an alarming discovery in a tree near Palm Beach International Airport ahead of President Donald Trump’s arrival this past weekend.
The commander in chief departed PBI Sunday evening, following a frightening Friday find by the U.S. Secret Service.
Investigators said an elevated hunting stand was discovered in the tree during routine preparations ahead of the president’s arrival.
In a statement, FBI Director Kash Patel wrote the stand was placed “within sight line of the Air Force One landing zone.”
Upon making the discovery, a spokesperson for the Secret Service wrote that “there was no impact to any movements, and no individuals were present or involved at the location.”
The FBI closed off all of Sou