Trump defends the prospect of Qatar gifting him a plane to use as Air Force One
President Trump defended the prospect of accepting a luxury Boeing 747-8 jet from Qatar's ruling family in May 2025 for possible use as Air Force One, as reports raised ethical questions. Qatar said no final decision had been made.
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2 developments- May 11, 2025Trump defends the prospect of Qatar gifting him a plane to use as Air Force One
- May 12, 2025Trump says would be 'stupid' to reject Qatari Air Force One gift
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