President Donald Trump has controversially accepted a $400 million Boeing 747-8 aircraft from the Qatari royal family, asserting that it will serve as a future Air Force One and be retained for his presidential library. However, CNN's Anderson Cooper reported that sources indicate Trump's plans to use the jet privately after leaving office, contradicting his statements. The decision has faced bipartisan criticism, particularly over potential costs to taxpayers for necessary upgrades on the plane, which the public won't benefit from, further complicating Trump's relationship with public perceptions and financial ethics.
Trump has drawn bipartisan criticism for accepting a $400 million Boeing 747-8 from the Qatari royal family, conflicting with his assertion to not use it after presidency.
Anderson Cooper criticized Trumpâs acceptance of the plane, arguing it would further involve taxpayer funding to upgrade it, which would not benefit the American public.
Trump labeled those against the acceptance of the jet as 'World Class Losers,' suggesting severe backlash will not deter his use of the gift.
Despite claiming the plane would go to his presidential library, a CNN source indicated that Trump intends to use the aircraft post-presidency.
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