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News in English (USA) / 21.05.2025 / 21:00

U.S. Government Accepts Qatari Luxury Jet for Presidential Use

The Pentagon has officially accepted a luxury Boeing 747 from Qatar, designated for modifications to serve as Air Force One for President Trump. This $400 million aircraft is intended to replace the current presidential transport. Despite bipartisan concerns and legal restrictions surrounding the acceptance of the jet, U.S. defense officials have confirmed its acquisition, dismissing allegations of bribery related to the aircraft. As the defense department moves forward with adapting the jet for presidential use, discussions within Congress continue regarding the implications of this arrangement.
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