Trump Pressures Boeing on Delayed Air Force One Delivery

President Donald Trump is increasingly frustrated with Boeing over significant delays in delivering the new Air Force One jets, which are reportedly at least three years behind schedule. In response, he has enlisted Elon Musk to explore alternative options, including potentially acquiring a luxury jet to use in the interim and relaxing security clearance standards for workers on the presidential planes. Trump has expressed doubts about Boeing's capabilities, stating that the company seems incapable of completing the project, and even hinted at taking a 'different route' if the situation doesn't improve. He recently toured a 13-year-old Boeing 747-8, emphasizing his desire to have a new aircraft in service before his term ends. The delays have led Trump to publicly criticize Boeing, calling it 'almost a lost cause' during a recent Fox News segment. The urgency surrounding the delivery reflects Trump's view of Air Force One as a critical symbol of presidential power and prestige.