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How Qatar Spent Billions to Gain Influence in the U.S.
The tiny Gulf state has showered money on the U.S.’s military and universities, giving it outsize geopolitical clout.
Trump touts 'freedom zone' plan for Gaza as ceasefire talks stall in Qatar
President Trump is visiting Qatar and the U.A.E. after inking big weapons and tech deals in Saudi Arabia. So far, his trip hasn't seemed to push forward chances for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Democrats Seize on Trump’s Qatar Plane Deal to Galvanize Voters
Trump’s plan to accept a $400 million plane from Qatar has ignited a full-blown firestorm among Democrats in Congress ...
Plan de Trump de aceptar avión presidencial gratuito de Qatar plantea preocupaciones éticas
Para el presidente Donald Trump, aceptar un reemplazo gratuito del avión presidencial por parte de Qatar es una ...
Qatar's luxury jet donation poses significant security risks, experts say
Despite flying for more than 35 years, the current pair of Air Force One jets remain one of the safest and secure aircraft in ...
Monday briefing: Qatar’s plan to give Trump a plane; U.S.-China trade talks; drug price executive order; Pope Leo XIV; and more
President Donald Trump defended a plan for Qatar to gift him a plane. The U.S. and China agreed to slash tariffs on each other’s goods for 90 days. Trump backed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s call ...
Here’s where Qatar is spending to increase influence in the U.S.
The nation's recent moves include a luxury gift to President Trump, billions of dollars to American universities and media ...
Qatar has a history of buying influence in the US
Doha's long history of buying influence in the U.S. is resurfacing amidst reports that Trump will accept a gifted luxury Boeing jet by the Qatari government.