Trumps jet envy outrage obscures a much larger issue
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The deals raise serious concerns about potential conflicts of interest, particularly regarding the Qatari aircraft gift, and could compromise US national security interests by providing advanced AI technology access to Gulf states. There are also worries about the implications of lifting Syrian sanctions and the broader impact on regional power dynamics.