“We will protect from the bad guys!” Trump promised Rinkēvičs protection. From whom?

“We will protect from the bad guys,” said the head of the White House to Latvia, as noted by the President of Latvia on the platform “Facebook.” During #UNGA week it was great to have short exchange and photo with President @realDonaldTrump and to hear nice words about Latvia, 5% defence spending and commitment to keep bad guys out. Thank you, Mr. President, for your hospitality and support Photo: White House pic.twitter.com/sSWOj2Hw9G— Edgars Rinkēvičs (@edgarsrinkevics) October 1, 2026 The President of Latvia, Edgars Rinkēvičs, was on a working visit to the United States from September 17 to 28. The main reason for the visit was to participate in the opening of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, as well as important meetings for the security of Latvia and international politics. Rinkēvičs spoke at the United Nations General Assembly, paying special attention in his speech to Russian aggression against Ukraine, threats to the international order, and hybrid threats faced by Latvia and other countries in the region. He also participated in a meeting of the United Nations Security Council and met with leaders of other states. During the visit, Rinkēvičs was also invited to a reception hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump in honor of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting between Rinkēvičs and Trump took place as part of broader events of the United Nations General Assembly, rather than due to a separately organized visit by Rinkēvičs to the U.S. President.