President Trump is advocating for a $400 million plane offered by Qatar, despite bipartisan criticism regarding its ethical implications and national security risks. Critics, including politicians, question the legality of accepting such gifts in the defense context. Trump argues passionately that accepting the jet would save taxpayer dollars and claims it would temporarily serve as Air Force One before being donated to his presidential library. His statements on Truth Social and during a Fox News interview reflect a dismissive stance toward the concerns raised by his critics.
"There are those that say we shouldn't be accepting gifts in the Defense Department, and I would say only a stupid person would say that. Why wouldn't we do that?"
"The Boeing 747 is being given to the United States Air Force/Department of Defense, NOT TO ME! It is a gift from a Nation, Qatar, that we have successfully defended for many years."
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