Melania Trump is set to command one of the most lavish aircraft in the US government fleet following the high-profile dismissal of Kristi Noem.
The $70 million 737 Max jet, which became a symbol of excess during Noem's brief tenure at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is being integrated into a broader executive travel pool. While the aircraft was originally intended for 'high-profile deportations', it will now serve the First Lady and senior Cabinet officials. This transition comes as Melania Trump's political reach expands in 2026, moving her from the sidelines of the Donald Trump administration to the centre of global diplomacy.
