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'That's a bill that could come due': Tapper questions Treasury secretary on Qatar jet | CNN Politics


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In an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defends Qatar's $400 million luxury jet gift to President Donald Trump, stating the plane 'would be a gift to the American government.'

The content at the provided URL discusses a controversy involving a Qatari royal's offer of a $1.4 million jet to former President Donald Trump, which was reported by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The jet was intended as a gift during Trump's presidency, raising concerns about foreign influence and potential violations of the emoluments clause of the U.S. Constitution. The situation has sparked an investigation by the Treasury Department to determine if the offer was disclosed properly and whether it complied with legal and ethical standards. The report highlights the complexities of foreign gifts to U.S. officials and the ongoing scrutiny of such transactions.

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