Many reacted strongly to Trump's announcement that he would accept the Qatari gift.
A luxurious Boeing 747-8
The President of the United States once again finds himself at the center of controversy, as he prepares to accept a gift of a luxurious Boeing 747-8 from the royal family of Qatar.
Air Force One
An unprecedented move in presidential history, which many already consider a blatantly corrupt maneuver. The Trump administration has reportedly already expressed its intention to use the plane as a replacement for Air Force One, before handing it over to its future presidential library.
Congress
For their part, Democrats criticize Trump's announcement that he would accept the gift without prior approval from Congress, as required by law.
«blatantly unconstitutional»
Many reacted strongly to Trump's announcement that he would accept the Qatari gift. Bernie Sanders denounced a «farcically corrupt» and «blatantly unconstitutional» decision, while Chuck Schumer blasted a gesture contrary to the American spirit, ironizing: «Nothing says America First like Air Force One, brought to you by Qatar».
Serious concerns
The acceptance of a gift of such value by a sitting president, directly from a foreign government, raises serious concerns of potential corruption, especially if it occurs without prior Congressional approval.
Some highly controversial allies
The mere risk of undue influence is enough to justify the alert, especially as even some of Trump's highly controversial allies are concerned. This is the case of Laura Loomer, who declared on X that this decision «is going to be such a stain on the admin if this is true».
His first official trip
This week, Trump will begin his first official trip away from home, outside of Pope Francis' funeral, with planned stops in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and... Qatar.