During a press briefing in the White House on Monday, before embarking on a four-day trip to the Middle East, Trump called the donation a "very nice gesture."

The gift comes comes as President Trump heads to Qatar as part of his first international trip of his second term.

Democratic Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen, on X: "Whether he's accepting a luxury plane from Qatar or auctioning off access to the White House through his family's crypto schemes, Trump is making clear that he's willing to sell his presidency for personal gain to the highest bidder. Kleptocracy in action."