Trump says Qatari-gifted Air Force One will be ‘maxed out,’ appearing to confirm security issues - WTOP
President Trump acknowledged that the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One requires security upgrades, appearing to confirm reports of deficiencies. The administration is currently investigating the source of leaks regarding these security concerns.
Why it matters
The security of the U.S. President's primary aircraft is a matter of national security, and the controversy highlights tensions between the administration and the press.
The new Air Force One’s legal, ethical and national security questions remain as Trump takes inaugural flight
(CNN) — US President Donald Trump said Sunday that the Qatari-donated jet that has served as Air Force One will be sent for upgrades, appearing to acknowledge the plane is not as thoroughly outfitted as older aircrafts.
Stepping off the plane on his return from the FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday, Trump was asked about the newly renovated plane’s missile-defense capabilities, amid reports that the new jet is not as secure as the old one.
“It has a lot of capability but, as I understand it, in about a month or so they’re going to send it to have it be maxed out,” Trump told reporters at Joint Base Andrews.
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