Summary
Ontario Premier Doug Ford will sell a private jet worth about $21 million after facing criticism for buying it with public money. The jet was intended for official travel, but Ford agreed it was not the right time to spend on a government plane.
Key Facts
- Premier Doug Ford bought a used Bombardier Challenger 650 jet for C$28.9 million (about $21 million).
- The jet was planned for official travel, including trips to the U.S. to discuss tariffs with the Trump administration.
- After public and political criticism, Ford decided to sell the jet quickly.
- The plane was built in Canada in 2016.
- Critics said the purchase was unnecessary and called Ford out for using taxpayer money.
- Political opponents accused Ford of being out of touch with ordinary families by buying the jet.
- Ford promised to continue working on trade and jobs without using the private jet.
- Ford’s approval rating is around 31%, one of the lowest for a premier in Canada despite winning a third majority government.
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