On August 14, 2026, President Trump announced the release of Kevin Rideout, an American missionary pilot who had been held captive in Niger since October. Trump shared the news on Truth Social, stating, "I am proud to announce that Kevin Rideout, a wonderful Christian Missionary, is back in United States Custody." This announcement followed a statement from Rideout's evangelical missionary organization.
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Trump announces release of American missionary held in Niger
President Trump announced the release of Kevin Rideout, an American missionary pilot who was held captive in Niger since October. The announcement was made on August 14, 2026, via a post on Truth Social.
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