Lawmakers Split Over U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Deal as Congress Eyes Role in Civilian Program
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 26
Lawmakers Split Over U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Deal as Congress Eyes Role in Civilian Program
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 26
Summary
Democrats and Republicans sharply diverged over the White House’s new nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, setting up likely congressional scrutiny in the coming months.
The Energy Department said Wednesday the deal would back a Saudi civilian nuclear program with U.S. technology and expertise while adding safeguards meant to prevent any diversion to weapons development.
Gregory Meeks warned Saudi uranium enrichment without strict protocols could trigger a regional arms race involving Egypt and others, while Jamie Raskin called the proposal “outrageous” and questioned Trump family financial ties to Saudi Arabia.
Republicans including Tim Burchett and Mark Alford argued the agreement could strengthen a key Middle East partnership against Iran, though Alford said Congress should play a central role before any final pact.