US EditionTrump, Mohammed Bin Salman Dismiss Khashoggi Questions to Focus on Investment
Trump praised Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and dismissed questions on Khashoggi's murder and Trump family business dealings during a White House visit.
- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House, defending him when ABC News reporter Mary Bruce pressed on family ties and Khashoggi's killing.
- U.S. intelligence agencies concluded Prince Mohammed likely ordered Khashoggi's killing, while Saudi officials gave shifting explanations and the prince called the murder a `mistake`.
- Trump dismissed ethics concerns about his family's Saudi ventures, saying `I have nothing to do with the family business. I have left, and I devoted 100% of my energy.` Bruce questioned Saudi ties to 9/11 and Khashoggi, prompting Trump to call her `fake news` and say `You don't have to embarrass our guests`.
- Khashoggi was an afterthought as the leaders unveiled billions in deals and the White House staged lavish red carpet and soiree events hosted by First Lady Melania Trump.
- As the two leaders met in the Oval Office on Wednesday , President Donald Trump played down Khashoggi's death and disputed the CIA assessment while tightening his embrace of Prince Mohammed, shaping Middle East policy.
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