Politics
Xi's Washington arrival: military flyover, no Blair House stay
September 24, 2026 at 06:29 PM
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2 reports · over 2 hours
Xi Jinping's official reception in Washington included a low military flyover, and US officials said he will not stay at Blair House.
- US Air Force B-1 bombers and F-22 fighters flew low over the Andrews Air Force Base reception area during Xi's official arrival.
- Video footage showed Trump grimacing at the sudden engine noise while Xi remained impassive with no visible reaction.
- A White House official told CNN that Xi will not stay at Blair House, the traditional presidential guest residence, without disclosing an alternative location.

