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Saudi Airport Attack Video and Trump's Ambitions
Saudi airport strike video surfaces as Trump considers firing ambassador over alleged misconduct.
In brief
Saudi airport strike video surfaces as Trump considers firing ambassador over alleged misconduct. Saudi airport attack killed 13 people including an American, while Trump weighs firing ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle amid claims she sought $100,000 for political access. Originally reported by Straight Arrow.
Saudi Airport Attack Video
New security video shows a missile striking Riyadh’s international airport Saturday, sending ceiling panels crashing down on passengers.
Attack Kills 13 Including American
The attack killed at least 13 people, including an American, and injured more than 300 others.
Second Strike on Same Airport
Then on Sunday, another strike hit the same airport, killing one person and injuring 11 more.
Houthi Targets Dammam Airport
The Iran-backed Houthis also targeted an airport in the Saudi city of Dammam.
Energy Minister Warns Risk Remains
Saudi Arabia’s energy minister thanked those who showed up but warned, 'Our gathering here does not mean the risk is gone.'
Saudi Short on Missiles
Saudi Arabia is reportedly running low on the missiles it uses to shoot down incoming attacks.
Houthis Demand Stop Yemen Campaign
The Houthis have threatened to keep striking unless Saudi Arabia stops its military campaign in Yemen.
Trump Condemns Attack
President Trump called the attack a 'terrible thing' when speaking to reporters Saturday.
Trump Considers Firing Guilfoyle
Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are reportedly 'extremely pissed off' over allegations about Kimberly Guilfoyle’s conduct.
Guilfoyle Alleged $100,000 Request
The allegations include claims that Guilfoyle asked a Trump donor to pay a $100,000 credit card bill in exchange for political access.
Guilfoyle Denies Wrongdoing
Guilfoyle denies any wrongdoing, saying the money she sought was payment owed for public appearances.
Senate Whip Calls It Troubling
Senate Whip John Barrasso said the reports are troubling and expects an investigation.
State Department Investigating
The State Department’s inspector general is already looking into the allegations, though a formal investigation has not begun.
Judge Halts Trump Ads
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to stop airing $20 million taxpayer-funded political ads.
The key point
Saudi airport attack killed 13 people including an American, while Trump weighs firing ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle amid claims she sought $100,000 for political access.
