Inside Trump's $400,000,000 'palace in the sky' jumbo jet that's left people outraged
Donald Trump is no stranger to controversy.
When he's not renaming another part of the world or imposing tariffs on China and Canada, he'll be spending time in his $400 million luxury jet he’s set to receive from the Qatari royal family.
Dubbed a 'palace in the sky,' the Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet will be a gift Trump can use as his presidential plane and even keep once his presidency ends in 2028.
During his first term, Qatari authorities rented prime office space in San Francisco in a building, which Trump had a stake in.
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However, many have called the offering a blatant act of corruption, especially given the history between Trump and Qatari officials.
They also stayed at the Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., paying up to $10,500 (£7,950) a night for the presidential suite.
Many saw the regular visits of at least 33 foreign countries' reps as attempts to appease the US government, whilst Trump earned a total of $3.75 million (£2.4 million) from the visits.
But now the gift giving has upgraded to a luxury plane that wouldn't look out of place at Trump Tower.
Inside, it's kitted out with gold fittings, pale leather upholstered seats and a conference room for up to four people on recliners.
Photos of the jet's lavish interior were taken at Palm Beach International Airport earlier this year, where Trump was also taking a first look for himself. In the Upper Deck Lounge, the cosy living space features a large sofa with cushions facing a plasma TV screen set fixed to the wall. The interior is not fully complete without its decorative lamps and high-class looking furniture.
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However, Democrats have slammed the gift as corruption, pointing out that Trump’s been setting himself up for financial gain since winning re-election.
One particular example was establishing his own cryptocurrency the day before he was inaugurated.
“This is not normal. None of this is normal,” said Democratic Senator Chris Murphy. “This is outlandish, this is illegal, this is unconstitutional, brazen corruption.”
Even some of Trump’s most devoted supporters aren't agreeing with the deal.
Laura Loomer, occasional Trump advisor and conspiracy theorist, admitted on X (formerly Twitter): “I love President Trump. I would take a bullet for him.
“But, I have to call a spade a spade. We cannot accept a $400m ‘gift’''
Trump ally Mark Levin added: "Their jet and all the other things they are buying in our country does not provide them with the cover they seek.”