Biden’s Saudi fist bump drew heat in 2022 — Trump just rolled out the red carpet

Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chair James Risch (R-Idaho) objected to a request by Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) to commemorate slain Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Washington, calling it 'inappropriate.' Khashoggi, a Virginia resident, was murdered in 2018, and Kaine's request aimed to honor his legacy amid ongoing discussions about human rights and accountability.

Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-Va.), a former member of the National Security Council, has urged President Trump to release the transcript of a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that occurred around the time of journalist Jamal Khashoggi's assassination. Vindman described the call as 'shocking' and emphasized the need for transparency regarding the events surrounding Khashoggi's murder.

The U.S. Commerce Department has approved the sale of up to 70,000 advanced AI chips to two companies based in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. This decision follows discussions between President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, reflecting a strengthening of economic ties between the nations.

A recent incident involving President Donald Trump aboard Air Force One has sparked significant outrage. During a press gaggle, Trump directed an insult at a female reporter, calling her 'piggy' while pointing angrily. This incident has gained traction on social media, contributing to a growing list of controversial remarks made by the president in recent days.

Saad Almadi, a 75-year-old US citizen, has been released by Saudi Arabia after being imprisoned for five months due to critical tweets about the government. His release follows a meeting between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and former President Donald Trump, which has been linked to Almadi's case. Initially sentenced to 19 years in prison in 2021, Almadi's charges were later reduced to cyber crimes, resulting in a 30-year travel ban.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has publicly released his bank records to counter unsubstantiated claims made by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding his alleged ties to drug trafficking. This move aims to clarify his financial dealings amidst ongoing scrutiny.

The US Attorney General, Pam Bondi, announced that the Justice Department will release files related to Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days, following the US Senate's passage of a bill mandating the release. However, there may be material withheld that could impact an ongoing investigation ordered by Donald Trump. As of now, Trump has not scheduled time to sign the bill.

NBC News' Peter Nicholas visited Georgia to gather opinions from voters in Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's district regarding her recent conflict with former President Donald Trump. The discussions highlighted the varying levels of support for both political figures among constituents.