Summary
A group of 37 House Democrats, led by Rep. Eugene Vindman, is asking President Trump to release the transcript of a 2019 phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman following journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder. Vindman, who was a legal adviser at the time, claims he reviewed the call's transcript and believes the public should know what was discussed.
Key Facts
- 37 House Democrats requested the release of a 2019 call transcript between President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman.
- The request comes after the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
- Rep. Eugene Vindman, formerly with the National Security Council, plans to hold a news conference.
- Vindman claims he has reviewed the transcript of the call.
- The lawmakers express that Americans should know about any exchanges or promises made during the call.
- President Trump previously commented that Crown Prince bin Salman denied knowing about Khashoggi's murder.
