Bulwark Takes America’s Humiliating New Air Force One
Jul 29, 2025
Tim Miller dives into the controversy surrounding Donald Trump's acceptance of a lavish jet from Qatar, dubbed his new Air Force One. He calls out the move as corrupt, embarrassing, and a potential risk to national security. The discussion highlights a staggering $934 million transfer within the Pentagon linked to retrofitting the jet, which he condemns as a grotesque misuse of taxpayer funds. Miller ties this to a broader pattern of Trump-era corruption involving crypto schemes and foreign influence.
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Embarrassment Over Qatar Jet Gift
- The U.S. is accepting a used Boeing jet from Qatar as Trump's Air Force One, a move viewed as embarrassing and unpatriotic.
- This decision reveals issues of dependency and dignity, as the plane comes from a small oil-rich nation rather than domestic production.
Defense Funds Diverted for Jet Retrofit
- Nearly $1 billion was transferred from nuclear missile modernization funds to retrofit the Qatar jet for Trump's use.
- This reallocates critical defense funding towards a luxury project, indicating troubling budget priorities.
Corruption Amid Humanitarian Cuts
- The extravagant spending on Trump's Air Force One contrasts sharply against cuts to humanitarian programs like UNICEF.
- This exemplifies broader patterns of corruption and skewed spending under Trump-era policies.