The Gift Horse with a Gold-Plated Saddle

In a move that has Washington’s eyebrows permanently raised , much like Nancy Pelosi spotting a bargain on Botox, President Donald Trump has accepted a $400 million Boeing 747- 8 from the Qatari royal family. Yeah, you might have already heard that, but did you know it’s now on US soil, parked at an airport in San Antonio , Texas, probably hiding from prying eyes under the world’s biggest blue tarp?

Dubbed the “flying palace,” this jet is more Versailles than vehicle , complete with gold fixtures and luxury suites. While Trump touts it as a cost-saving measure to replace the aging Air Force One fleet, the reality is that this “free” gift comes with a hefty price tag and a Pandora’s box of complications.

The Price of “Free”

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