DHS Expands Deportation Fleet with Boeing 737s Amidst Allegations of Spirit Airlines Jet Order by Noem and Lewandowski
DHS acquired six Boeing 737s for $140 million to boost deportation flights, funded by a $170 billion allocation. New reports allege Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski ordered 10 Spirit Airlines jets for similar operations and potential personal use.
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Overview
The Department of Homeland Security secured a $140 million contract to purchase six Boeing 737 planes, significantly enhancing its fleet for more efficient deportation operations.
This acquisition is backed by a $170 billion congressional allocation for border and immigration initiatives, directly supporting President Trump's administration's goal to deport 1 million people.
The contract for the Boeing jets was awarded to Daedalus Aviation, a Virginia-based company founded in February 2024, raising questions about the procurement process.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and advisor Corey Lewandowski reportedly ordered 10 jets from Spirit Airlines for deportation flights, with allegations suggesting potential personal use.
This initiative signals ICE's intent to operate its own aircraft for enforcement, moving away from charter companies, while a separate $1 billion DHS contract with Salus Worldwide Solutions faces legal challenges.
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