President Donald Trump is once again showing the world what strong leadership looks like. On November 18, 2025, Trump welcomed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) to the White House. This is the first time MBS has visited the White House in seven years. And it couldn’t have come at a better time.
Trump is doing what weak Democrat presidents refused to do—build real partnerships that protect America’s interests and promote peace through strength. This visit is about more than just smiles and handshakes. It’s about defense, trade, and making sure America stays on top in the Middle East.
One of the biggest headlines coming out of this visit is Trump’s plan to sell F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. This is a big deal. The F-35 is one of the most advanced fighters on the planet. It gives any military that flies it a huge edge. And Trump is making sure Saudi Arabia—a longtime partner and a key player in the region—gets them.
Why does this matter? Because it strengthens our allies and keeps our enemies guessing. When our partners are strong, America is strong. Back when Biden was in office, he held back deals like this. He was too worried about upsetting Iran or pleasing the globalist crowd. Trump doesn’t play those games. He knows that peace comes from power. And the F-35 sale is a clear message: America stands with its allies.
Some so-called experts say this deal might slow down Saudi Arabia’s plans to build their own weapons. Others worry that a future administration might not keep these promises. But here’s the truth: MBS isn’t just buying planes. He’s investing in a long-term relationship with a president who honors his word. Trump has made it clear—Saudi Arabia has been a great ally, and he’s treating them like one.
This visit also shows how Trump is pushing for more peace in the Middle East. He’s working on expanding the Abraham Accords, the historic peace deals he helped create between Israel and several Arab nations. Saudi Arabia hasn’t signed on yet, but Trump believes they could join “fairly shortly.” That would be a game-changer.
Of course, there are challenges. Saudi Arabia wants to see progress toward a Palestinian state before normalizing ties with Israel. Israel’s current government doesn’t agree with that. But Trump is the only leader who’s managed to bring these nations to the same table before. If anyone can do it again, it’s him.
Let’s not forget the big picture here. Saudi Arabia is one of our top trading partners in the Middle East. In 2024 alone, we traded nearly $26 billion in goods. And under Trump, that number is climbing. He’s brought in investment, energy cooperation, and more jobs for Americans. That’s what real leadership looks like.
Some people on the left still want to bring up the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi back in 2018. Yes, it was tragic. But it’s also old news. The world has moved on. The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have worked through it, and the relationship is stronger than ever. Trump isn’t here to play judge and jury. He’s here to protect American interests and secure our future.
This visit proves that America is back in the driver’s seat. Under Trump’s leadership, we’re not apologizing for our power. We’re using it to build peace, support our allies, and keep our enemies in check. Whether it’s securing billion-dollar trade deals or strengthening our military reach, Trump is doing what needs to be done.
So while the media might try to spin this visit with their usual bias, the truth is clear: Trump is making America respected again. And when our Commander-in-Chief sits down with world leaders, the world listens.
