President Trump claims Qatar is giving the U.S. a luxury Boeing 747 jet to temporarily replace Air Force One, but Qatar denies reports of gifting the plane. Trump's administration is reportedly preparing to accept the plane, which will be available for his use as the new Air Force One and later transferred to the Trump presidential library foundation.
Key Points
President Trump claims Qatar is gifting the U.S. a luxury Boeing 747 jet, while Qatar denies the reports.
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to accept the jet, which will be available for use as the new Air Force One and later transferred to the Trump presidential library foundation.
Legal analysis suggests the Department of Defense can accept the plane and transfer ownership to the library foundation.
Pros
Potential cost savings for the U.S. government by receiving a luxury jet for temporary use as Air Force One.