Trump's Quest for Luxury: Transforming a Qatari Jet into Air Force One, Sparking Taxpayer Concerns

President Donald Trump has opted for a lavish used Boeing 747 previously owned by Qatar, abandoning Boeing's delayed $3.9 billion Air Force One project, potentially burdening taxpayers with additional costs. The opulent jet features luxurious interiors designed by Alberto Pinto. As Boeing faces significant delays, Trump’s decision raises concerns about government spending priorities amidst ongoing procurement controversies. With a new jet slated for retrofitting by L3Harris Technologies, taxpayers may find themselves financing two costly presidential aircraft programs simultaneously.