Trump Says U.S. Will Remain ‘Steadfast Partner’ Of Saudis, Despite Khashoggi Killing

President Trump says the U.S. will remain a “steadfast partner” of Saudi Arabia, despite the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi last month. Khashoggi is seen here on a big screen during a memorial Nov. 11.

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Updated at 6:20 p.m. ET

President Trump declared on Tuesday that his administration will remain a “steadfast partner” of Saudi Arabia, despite the CIA’s assessment that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman personally approved the killing last month of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

“Maybe he did and maybe he didn’t,” Trump said of the crown prince’s knowledge of the killing.