The Trump administration is preparing to accept a Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet as a gift from the royal family of Qatar to be used as the new Air Force One. NBC News investigates if accepting this luxury gift is legal for a government administration.
Key Points
The Trump administration is considering accepting a Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet from the royal family of Qatar.
NBC News is investigating the legality and implications of accepting this luxury gift for use as the new Air Force One.
Pros
Receiving a Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet as a gift could save taxpayer money on a new Air Force One.
This gift could potentially strengthen diplomatic ties between the US and Qatar.
Cons
Accepting such an extravagant gift may raise ethical concerns about influence and conflicts of interest.
There could be legal implications regarding the acceptance of such a high-value gift by a government administration.