Fact Check: The Trump administration's handling of the Qatari plane, which was supposed to be free, is now proje...

Claim: The Trump administration's handling of the Qatari plane, which was supposed to be free, is now projected to cost $400 million.

Verdict: Correct (85% confidence)

Explanation: According to BBC News, the US military has completed modifications to the Qatari luxury jumbo jet, which is now valued at an estimated $400 million. AP News confirms that the Air Force spent less than $400 million on security upgrades for the plane. CNBC reports that the Boeing 747, gifted by Qatar, was retrofitted and is worth $400 million. These sources collectively confirm the Trump administration's involvement with the Qatari plane, its initial status as a gift, and the current projected cos...