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Trump Announces $142 Billion US-Saudi Arms Deal

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  • #United States of America
  • #Saudi Arabia
Trump Announces $142 Billion US-Saudi Arms Deal
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MAY 13
Above: U.S. President Donald J. Trump addresses the audience at the King Abdul Aziz International Conference Center while attending a Saudi-U.S. business investment forum on May 13, 2025, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Image copyright: Win McNamee/Staff/Getty Images News via Getty Images
story last updated MAY 18

The Spin

Republican narrative

The Middle East tour demonstrates America's shifting foreign policy priorities, emphasizing bold, pragmatic business relationships over traditional diplomatic protocols. These Gulf nations represent ideal partners for President Trump's deft approach, offering both massive investment potential and strategic regional influence. The focus on economic deals rather than woke concepts of "human rights" concerns shows a practical path to advancing America First interests.

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Democratic narrative

Trump's brazen approach with Gulf States risks undermining long-standing American values and alliances while potentially legitimizing authoritarian regimes. The exclusive focus on wealthy nations, particularly Saudi Arabia, signals a concerning shift away from promoting democracy and human rights in favor of purely commercial interests — including in the security space. The role of Trump's conflicts of interest in the region must be further illuminated as well.

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Public Figures

Donald Trump

Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud

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The Controversies


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Political split

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