URGENT: Dems Poised for Midterm Advantage as Trump Defends Saudi Crown Prince

Breaking News: Trump Defends Saudi Crown Prince Amid Khashoggi Killing Controversy President Donald Trump has defended Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the Oval Office, sparking controversy over the 2018 killing of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The CIA concluded that the crown prince approved the operation that led to Khashoggi's killing and dismemberment. Trump's comments come as the US Senate is set to vote on a bill to hold Saudi Arabia accountable for the journalist's death. The meeting between Trump and the Saudi crown prince took place on November 18, with Trump reportedly dismissing concerns over Khashoggi's killing. This move has sparked outrage among human rights groups and lawmakers who have long called for accountability from the Saudi government. The CIA's findings on Khashoggi's killing have been widely reported, with the agency concluding that the crown prince was directly involved in the operation. Trump's defense of the crown prince has been met with criticism from both sides of the aisle, with many calling for greater action to be taken against Saudi Arabia. The US Senate is currently considering a bill to hold Saudi Arabia accountable for Khashoggi's death, with a vote expected in the coming days. The bill aims to impose sanctions on Saudi officials involved in the journalist's killing. This is a developing story, with further updates expected as the situation unfolds.