Headline: UNCAPTIONED: US Accepts $400M Qatari Jet for Air Force One Amid Controversy
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US Accepts $400M Qatari Jet for Air Force One Amid Controversy. The United States has accepted a $400 million Boeing 747 from Qatar, intended to join the Air Force One fleet. This gift from the Qatari royal family has sparked criticism, particularly from some of President Trump's supporters. The Pentagon confirmed the acceptance, stating it complies with federal regulations. The aircraft requires extensive modifications to meet presidential standards, including advanced security systems and the ability to withstand electromagnetic pulses. Experts estimate these upgrades could cost up to $1 billion. The White House asserts the gift is legal, as it's directed to the Department of Defense, not the President personally. However, the transfer has not received congressional approval, raising concerns related to the Emoluments Clause of the U.S. Constitution which prohibits gifts from foreign governments without Congress's consent. President Trump has defended the acceptance, stating it would be "stupid" to decline the plane, which is slated for his presidential library after his term ends.
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