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Senators press Air Force on security, cost risks of proposed Qatari gift plane for Air Force One
Summary
Several senators raised constitutional, counterintelligence and cost concerns about the president’s reported plan to accept a Qatari‑provided aircraft for use as Air Force One; Air Force witnesses said they are evaluating required modifications and will ensure security standards are met.
Senators used Monday’s hearing to press Air Force leaders about reports that the president plans to accept a gift aircraft from the Qatari royal family and retrofit it for presidential use, raising concerns about legal, security and cost implications.
Senator Hirono called the plan “very questionable” and pressed witnesses on counterintelligence risks and taxpayer costs, citing media reporting…
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