Chris Murphy: “There is a battle for the hearts and minds of the people there as to whether they are going to orient toward Europe or…”

I’ve been a vocal critic of Saudi Arabia and the Crown Prince. But, I think it’s important to be here to disagree and be honest and candid about those disagreements.

It’s important to recognize there are things we need to work on together: ending the war in Iran and a pathway to Palestinian statehood.

With Democrats on the verge of regaining control in Washington, it’s imperative that we offer a new approach to our policy in the Gulf that reflects America’s interests.

Of course, I was also candid with him, in particular regarding my deep concerns about the transfer of the luxury plane.