The Economic Times

Trump left JD Vance a secret 'If I Die' letter before his China trip, and the story is chilling What the aide revealed about the hidden instructions

Trump left JD Vance a secret 'If I Die' letter before his China trip, and the story is chilling as a counterterrorism official revealed that the president wrote instructions for the vice president in case he dies in office. The letter is stored in the Resolute Desk. Officials say the move reflects global security concerns and strong protocols during international travel, including the China trip and ongoing assassination threats.