Qatar-donated jet may serve as Trump’s new Air Force One

President Trump may begin using a Boeing 747 donated by Qatar as Air Force One as early as summer 2026, following its refurbishment by the U.S. Air Force. The aircraft will replace two aging jets currently in service, amid ongoing delays in the delivery of new planes. The donation has sparked criticism from Democrats and watchdogs over potential ethical concerns and costs of retrofitting. Trump defended the gift, calling it a “very nice gesture” for the Defense Department.

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