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Aaron Rupar Sparks Debate Over Qatar’s $400 Million Jet Gift Compared To Statue Of Liberty

There was an internet fire of argument for the interpretation of political commentator Aaron Rupar after sharing a clip of Jake Tapper on...

There was an internet fire of argument for the interpretation of political commentator Aaron Rupar after sharing a clip of Jake Tapper on the question of intent with Qatar’s $400 million jet. Like comparing apples to oranges.” This was echoed by Alex: “The Statue of Liberty was a gift of friendship, not a secret contract for favors.” These responses go a long way in indicating that many considered Bessent’s argument to be a false equivalence between the diplomatic symbolism and a very expensive political favor. Adding yet another historical perspective, Maggie From The Burgh sarcastically chimed in, “Remember when Grover Cleveland took the Statue of Liberty home?” This witty remark underscored how out of line it would be to equate national monuments with gifts of personal transportation.

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