Overview

• Qatar's offer to gift a Boeing 747-8 to the U.S. for use as Air Force One remains under legal review, with Qatar's prime minister stating the offer would be withdrawn if deemed illegal.
• Critics, including bipartisan lawmakers, have raised concerns about potential violations of the U.S. Constitution's Emoluments Clause, which prohibits foreign gifts without congressional approval.
• President Trump has defended the proposed gift, arguing it would benefit taxpayers by saving costs for the Department of Defense while awaiting delayed Air Force One replacements.
• During his visit to Qatar, Trump announced a $96 billion deal for Qatar Airways to purchase 210 Boeing planes, marking the largest-ever order of widebody jets for the company.
• The White House reported over $240 billion in finalized economic agreements with Qatar, with Trump emphasizing the deals as a boost to American manufacturing and jobs.