Former CIA Director Leon Panetta expressed skepticism regarding President Donald Trump's explanation for switching planes after the NATO Summit in Turkey. During a news conference, Trump stated that the new Air Force One, a $400 million jet gifted by the Qatari government, was being sent to Europe for soldiers to see. Panetta raised concerns about the security implications of using a plane built by another country, emphasizing the need for U.S.-made aircraft to ensure the president's safety. He suggested that the switch could be a cover story and speculated that security concerns related to the situation in Iran might be involved. Panetta noted that if there were maintenance issues with a new plane, that would raise further concerns about its reliability.
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Leon Panetta Questions Trump's Reason for Air Force One Switch
Leon Panetta has questioned President Trump's rationale for switching planes after the NATO Summit, suggesting that security concerns may be a factor. Trump stated the new Air Force One was being sent to Europe for soldiers to view, but Panetta expressed skepticism and indicated that there may be more to the story, including potential security risks related to Iran.
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Leon Panetta Questions Trump's Reason for Air Force One Switch