·July 29, 2025

Trump’s ‘Flying Palace’ Renovation Could Cost Nearly $1 Billion

The Qatari royal family gifted Trump a Boeing 747-8 valued at $400 million, referred to as the “flying palace,” earlier this year. SOURCE: Trump’s ‘Flying Palace’ Renovation Could Cost Nearly $1 Billion BY: eTurboNews | eTN

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