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Coulter Compares Trump's Jet to Statue of Liberty, Sparks Outrage

5/16/2025

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In a bold defense, conservative author Ann Coulter likened President Trump's acceptance of a lavish jet from Qatar to the iconic Statue of Liberty. However, critics like Wall Street Journal's Gerard Baker countered her claim, highlighting concerns over the jet's potential personal use post-presidency. This sparked outrage among Democrats and some Republicans, who viewed it as a troubling "bribe."

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In a bold defense, conservative author Ann Coulter likened President Trump's acceptance of a lavish jet from Qatar to the iconic Statue of Liberty. However, critics like Wall Street Journal's Gerard Baker countered her claim, highlighting concerns over the jet's potential personal use post-presidency. This sparked outrage among Democrats and some Republicans, who viewed it as a troubling "bribe."