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Chris Van Hollen: The Air Force seems to have committed to a rushed, expensive aircraft modification program in order to meet President…

On the recordJuly 10, 2026
The Air Force seems to have committed to a rushed, expensive aircraft modification program in order to meet President Trump’s demand to fly on 'the world’s most luxurious plane,' with his favored paint job, during Independence Day festivities.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Senator Van Hollen highlights rushed aircraft modifications.

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