President Trump Unveils Boeing’s F-47 Fighter Jet Initiative Amid Scrutiny Over Pentagon’s Meeting with Elon Musk

President Trump announced on Friday that the U.S. Air Force is advancing with the development of a sixth-generation fighter jet, designated as the F-47. The contract for manufacturing this new aircraft has been awarded to Boeing. This announcement was made during an Oval Office event, where the President was accompanied by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The initiative aims to maintain the United States’ competitive edge in air defense technology, particularly in relation to China.

The competition to build the Next Generation Air Dominance fighter saw Boeing and Lockheed Martin as the primary contenders. The decision to award Boeing the contract underscores the strategic importance the U.S. places on staying ahead in military aviation capabilities. The development of the F-47 is part of a broader effort to enhance national security and ensure technological superiority in the field of air defense.

In a related development, concerns have been raised regarding a meeting at the Pentagon involving Elon Musk. Senators Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Tammy Duckworth of Illinois have sought clarification from the Defense Department about the nature of Musk’s briefing. They are particularly interested in understanding whether Musk was provided with a top-secret briefing on U.S. war plans concerning China.

The senators have also inquired about the clearance processes that were followed to grant Musk access to any sensitive information. This inquiry highlights the ongoing scrutiny and oversight by lawmakers regarding the sharing of classified information and the protocols in place to safeguard national security interests.