Coast Guard Acquires Two Luxury Jets Amid Pay Issues for Personnel | AI News Digest
According to industry insiders, the U.S. Coast Guard, guided by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, is poised to acquire two Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. G700 jets for a combined cost of $200 million. This move comes as the government shutdown nears its third week, prompting unease among certain lawmakers. The new jets are set to replace the aging G550 aircraft, which have become increasingly expensive to maintain. Critics, notably from the Democratic Party, have voiced their disapproval regarding the timing of this purchase, particularly as some Coast Guard staff face delays in their paychecks. This acquisition highlights the ongoing debate over government spending priorities amid a fiscal crisis.
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