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Norrrm

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74. Why would a Presidential Library need a huge plane?

Sun May 11, 2025, 03:38 PM

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Trump will own/control the plane through his library.

The AF will pay for all modifications and then all transfer costs in just a few years.

Massive costs for short term use and Trump gets the benefits.

Under normal circumstances, America would own the plane.

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