Qatar, Trump and MAGA
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The president insists only a ‘stupid person’ would turn down extravagant gift intended to replace Air Force One, but risks violating U.S. Constitution’s emoluments clause
Trump’s plan to accept a $400M jet from Qatar sparks debate over constitutional legality and espionage risks, with mixed reactions from both political parties. Read More
The Trump administration will reportedly accept a $400 million Boeing 747 from Qatar to temporarily use as Air Force One.
President Donald Trump defended the prospect of accepting the gift of a $400 million luxury jet from Qatar, even as criticism emerged from both sides of the aisle.
The president tried to defend an apparent plan in which he’d get to use a luxury jet from the government of Qatar. It didn’t go well.
CEO Kelly Ortberg signed an accord for as many as 210 widebody aircraft from Qatar Airways at a ceremony witnessed by Trump and the Emir of Qatar on Wednesday.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune and GOP firebrand senators are among those voicing discomfort with the deal.
President Donald Trump touched down in Doha, Qatar to a more-than-warm welcome of fighter jets, Cybertrucks, and dancers.