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At 8:33, motorcade now on the move for state dinner. Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
After some initial moment, we are now holding again at the Ritz. For arrival: Greeter: His Royal Highness, Mohammed bin Salman al Saud Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
Motorcade pulling out of Ritz at 8:16 pm, to attend state dinner at Diriyah At-Turaif. Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
Motorcade arrived at the Ritz at 7:37 after leaving speech venue at 7:32 pm. Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
President Trump just said he was ordering the cessation to sanctions against Syria. Headed to Turkey for Ukraine-Russia talks: Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoys Steve Witkoff and Keith Kellogg, a White House official says on background. Speech wrapping at 7:22 pm. Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
Trump walked on stage at 6:32 pm to Lee Greenwood’s God Bless The USA. He began the speech at 6:34. “What a great place. But more importantly, what great people,” he began. Speech is carried live Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
President Trump and MBS toured a few exhibits. At the first one Trump told the pool: “Are we doing a good job so far for America? They’re only putting in a trillion dollars.” (Thanks to Nikki Schwab for grabbing this) Trump also acknowledged NYT’s Doug Mills. Below from the White House: Speech Excerpts TOPLINE: President Trump will deliver a major foreign policy address outlining an optimistic vision for the future…
Trump’s motorcade left Royal Court and arrived at Ritz-Carlton at 4:52 pm. At 6:06 pm motorcade was on move from the Ritz to King Abdul Ariz International Conference Center for the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum. Trump arrived at 6:08 pm. Greeters: His Royal Highness, Mohammed bin Salman al Saud Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia His Excellency, Khalid al-Falih Minister of Investment, Kingdom of S…
This is on background from a White House official: “The President agreed to say hello to the Syrian President while in Saudi Arabia tomorrow.” No additional detail available. Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
“The CPI report shows that the American people are experiencing real economic relief: grocery, gas, and egg prices are down, while real wages are up. President Trump’s America First policies created a historic economy in his first term, and he’s laying the groundwork to repeat the success in his second term.” — White House Spokesman Kush Desai Inflation has fallen to the lowest level in more than four years as April…
This week, National Police Week, Vice President JD Vance will celebrate America’s law enforcement heroes. On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Vice President Vance will host a breakfast with members of state and local law enforcement at the Vice President’s Residence. On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Vice President Vance will deliver a speech at the 44^th annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at the United States Capito…
President Trump left Royal Court and stopped as Nikki Schwab of the Daily Mail shouted a question whether he would meet with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Trump mouthed a response but pool was being led away at the moment and at least one video angle was partially blocked. Trump’s response inconclusive. Asking the White House for clarity. Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
STRENGTHENING STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS FOR ECONOMIC PROSPERITY: Today in Saudi Arabia, President Donald J. Trump announced Saudi Arabia’s $600-billion commitment to invest in the United States, building economic ties that will endure for generations to come. The first deals under the announcement strengthen our energy security, defense industry, technology leadership, and access to global infrastructure and critical m…
At 4:10 pm, Trump and MBS entered another room, with respective delegations seated on the sides. They walked to the other end of the room and took seats. They signed an agreement of strategic economic partnership. Both men sat at their own table for the signing. They shook hands to applause. Agreements included a memorandum of understanding on energy; a letter of intent for future defense capabilities; memorandum of…
First a note from report 12: Trump and MBS were seated next to each other, not “swayed.” Apologies for the typo. Thanks to Nikki Schwab for the Otter. I highly recommend listening for TV audio, which likely is a better capture. Again, your pool was quite far from the leaders. https://otter.ai/u/53zZ824QR6UUTIVO_cohSYClprM Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX
Pool led into room at Royal Court for bilat spray at 2:38 pm. President Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman were swayed at far end of a long room and it was difficult to hear what they said, especially MBS. Trump called MBS a friend and said they have developed a good relationship. He recalled traveling to Saudi in 2017 and said Saudi investment would help create jobs in the U.S. Trump joked that $600 billion…
Pool was brought into a rectangular ornate room at 12:22 where hundreds of people were gathered for a coffee ceremony. They were seated along the sides of the ballroom on blue couches with golden finishes. These are the individuals invited to the lunch. The president and crown prince were already seated and pool was pulled out one minute later. We then headed back in for a second spray at 12:26 p.m. The president wa…
Taking over for Alex Leary as I'm pre-positioned in front of the Royal Court. More lavender carpets have been rolled out. It's a balmy 104 degrees. The Crown Prince arrived first and got in position to greet Trump. The Beast was escorted to the Crown Prince by riders on Arabian horses. Trump stepped out of the Beast at 12:14 p.m.Horns were playing as he got out of the presidential vehicle. He walked under a pavilion…
Motorcade arrived at Royal Court at 12:10 pm. Booming Riyadh was on display as motorcade sped from the airport down a highway through the desert, past residential and commercial properties, construction sites and crane after crane. Dunkin’ and Hardee’s were spotted. For logistics reasons, Nikki Schwab will pool Royal Court festivities. Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX (tel:XXX-…
At 11:37 am, the motorcade is on the move to Royal Court. Alex Leary The Wall Street Journal Washington Bureau Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX