US President Donald Trump has taken his first flight aboard the new Air Force One a lavish $US400 million ($580 million) aircraft gifted to the United States by Qatar igniting fresh debate in Washington over security, ethics and foreign influence.
Members of the president’s entourage posted photos from inside the jet as it made its maiden voyage to remote western North Dakota, where Trump attended the opening of a museum honouring former president Theodore Roosevelt. The aircraft, donated by the Qatari Royal Family, features an ornate office, a conference table and shelves lined with leather‑bound books, according to images shared on social media.
On board the inaugural flight were Trump’s sons, Eric and Donald Jr., along with their wives, Bettina and Lara. White House communications director Steven Cheung posted photos on X showing the aircraft’s opulent interior, while press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared similar images, calling it a “truly unforgettable day.” Her Instagram stories showed brunch being served on gold‑rimmed crockery.
The gift has prompted concern among US lawmakers, who questioned the implications of accepting such an expensive aircraft from a foreign royal family. Critics say the arrangement raises potential national‑security and ethics issues, while supporters argue the jet strengthens diplomatic ties with Qatar.
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