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Trump's critics and supporters unite against Qatar plane deal

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Donald Trump's eagerness to accept a plane from Qatar unites partisans across America 's bitter political divide.

Trump 's opponents in the Democratic Party slammed the president after he indicated he would accept a luxury jet from the Qatari royal family.

Some of his strongest supporters also have serious reservations about the deal, even as it's not yet finalised.

Maga influencers have described the move as a "bribe", grift, or an example of high-level corruption that Trump has promised to root out.

The president berated a reporter who raised questions about the ethics of the deal.

The president later reposted several messages pointing out that the Statue of Liberty was a gift from France , and wrote late Tuesday : "Only a FOOL would not accept this gift on behalf of our Country" Some within Trump 's Republican Party are expressing concern.