A reporter has received a response from a Trump Mobile executive, Don Hendrickson, after months of unacknowledged inquiries. Hendrickson, identified as a member of the company's executive team, initially offered to discuss Trump Mobile and its T1 handset, stating:
"I think it’s about time we let our voice be heard."
Background on Don Hendrickson and Trump Mobile
Hendrickson was previously reported to be involved in the development of a second Trump phone, the T1 Ultra. His name emerged from an interview he conducted with Wireless Dealer Magazine.
Hendrickson was introduced at Trump Mobile’s launch event in June 2025 at Trump Tower by Don Jr. and Eric Trump, alongside executives Pat O’Brien and Eric Thomas. At the time, he was described as having extensive experience in the mobile industry.
His specific roles within Trump Mobile are reported differently. Reuters identifies him as head of mobile operations, while Wireless Dealer Magazine refers to him as the company's president. Hendrickson himself has claimed to have originated the idea for the company.
Further investigation indicates Hendrickson is listed as executive vice president of sales at Liberty Mobile Wireless. Liberty Mobile Wireless LLC powers Trump Mobile, as stated in Trump Mobile’s online terms of use.
Communication Timeline
Before Hendrickson's recent reply, the reporter had sent 12 emails to Trump Mobile's official press line over five months without a response. The contact with Hendrickson was made through a Liberty Mobile email address found via a directory site.
Despite the initial willingness to speak, Hendrickson has not responded to subsequent emails from the reporter following his initial communication.