Trump Defends Plan to Accept Luxury Jet from Qatar

President Trump's acceptance of a luxury jet from Qatar sparks controversy. The White House press conference on May 12th saw President Trump defend his decision to accept a $400 million luxury jet from the Qatari royal family. This plane will be used as Air Force One during his second term. Ethics experts immediately expressed concern, questioning whether accepting this gift violates the Constitution's Emoluments Clause. "Well, I think what happens with the plane is that, you know, we're very disappointed that it's taking Boeing so long to build a new Air Force One," Trump stated. He further explained that the Qatari gift would be a temporary solution until the new plane is ready. However, critics remain unconvinced, pointing to potential conflicts of interest. The situation highlights the ongoing debate about transparency and ethics in government.