Trump Defends Saudi Crown Prince on Khashoggi Killing: 'Things Happen'

Trump's Defense of Saudi Crown Prince

• 🎙️ President Trump dismissed criticism of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman regarding the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
• 🗣️ Trump stated that the Crown Prince "knew nothing about it" and that "things happen," suggesting the matter should not be a focus.
• 📰 He criticized a reporter for asking the question during the Prince's visit, calling the exchange "fake news."

Family Business and Conflicts of Interest

• 👨‍💼 When questioned about his family's business dealings in Saudi Arabia, Trump stated he has no involvement in his family's business.
• ⚖️ He asserted that his family does business globally and has done very little with Saudi Arabia, suggesting they could do more.

Saudi Perspective on Khashoggi Killing

• 🇸🇦 The Crown Prince acknowledged the painfulness of the journalist's death and stated that Saudi Arabia has conducted investigations and improved its system.
• 🌍 He suggested that the purpose of 9/11 was to destroy the American-Saudi relationship, implying a broader geopolitical context.
• 💔 The Prince expressed that the killing was a huge mistake and that efforts are being made to prevent recurrence.