In a recent meeting at the White House, President Trump hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, where a tense exchange with reporters took place. The focus of the questions revolved around Trump family business ties to Saudi Arabia, the murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, and the calls for the release of the Epstein files. The interaction between President Trump and ABC News reporter Mary Bruce quickly escalated, with Trump defending the Saudi Crown Prince and dismissing the questions as “fake news.”
The meeting drew attention not only for the topics discussed but also for the President’s unwavering support of the Saudi Crown Prince despite U.S. intelligence agencies’ conclusion that he approved Khashoggi’s killing. Trump’s assertion that the crown prince “knew nothing” about the journalist’s death contradicts the CIA’s assessment, leading to further scrutiny and criticism.
Former national security adviser John Bolton also weighed in on the matter, defending Trump’s comments regarding the Saudi Crown Prince and Khashoggi. Bolton’s defense comes amidst his own legal troubles, adding another layer of complexity to the situation.
The controversy surrounding Trump’s defense of the Saudi Crown Prince has sparked debates about the U.S.’s relationship with Saudi Arabia, human rights issues, and the role of the media in holding leaders accountable. Critics argue that Trump’s dismissal of valid concerns undermines the pursuit of justice and accountability for Khashoggi’s murder.
As the discussion continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the U.S. government will navigate its relationship with Saudi Arabia and address the human rights violations that have raised international concern.
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Reference:
– CBS News: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/trump-blasts-reporter-during-crown-prince-meeting-for-saudi-ties-khashoggi-and-epstein-questions/
– Fox News: https://www.foxnews.com/media/trump-defends-saudi-crown-prince-rips-fake-news-abc-reporter-question-jamal-khashoggis-murder
– BBC News: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn0gdkwp2p9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
– The Hill: https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5612002-bolton-trump-khashoggi-defense
– NPR: https://www.npr.org/2025/11/19/g-s1-98371/up-first-newsletter-saudi-prince-epstein-bill-trump-approval-rating
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