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Trump administration accepts Qatari 747 to serve as Air Force One (www.axios.com)

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The U.S. accepted Qatar's gift of a Boeing 747 to serve as the new Air Force One, the Pentagon said Wednesday, despite the ethical quandaries and potential constitutional violations it entails.

President Trump has brushed off any concerns about the appearance of accepting the $400 million gift despite objections from Democrats and some Republicans.

Trump argued the gift was not being made to him personally but rather to the Department of Defense. It will later be transferred to Trump's presidential library when he leaves office.

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[–] BigMacHole@lemm.ee 6 points 2 weeks ago

I'm GLAD we cut VA Benefits to be Able to Afford the Security Overhaul required for this Gift to Trump!