Trump arrives in Riyadh hoping to make big deals

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

74% : Asked about his plan to accept the plane, Trump described it as a "contribution" that the U.S. can't turn down: "I think it's a great gesture from Qatar.
64% : "I was thinking about actually flying over there," Trump said on Monday, adding that he would go "if I thought it would be helpful."
62% : The official said Trump will discuss opportunities for investment and cooperation with other leaders during his trip.
57% : In Qatar, Trump is expected to deliver a speech and speak with American troops at the Al Udeid Air Base, NBC News reported.
49% : Before leaving Washington, a proposed gift from Qatar of a luxury plane has also drawn attention, raising questions about compliance with government ethics regulations and potential security concerns -- as Trump seeks to highlight the financial value.
45% : Before leaving Washington, Trump announced the return of an American hostage held by Hamas, Edan Alexander, and said he is hoping that Hamas releases more hostages on his Middle East trip.
43% : And the trip comes with serious diplomatic opportunities, said Miller, the Carnegie fellow, highlighting the potential for Trump to address major regional issues, setting his approach apart from predecessors.
40% : Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick were the two Cabinet secretaries accompanying Trump as he left Washington on Monday, along with senior White House staff.
31% : Trump said he would consider flying to Turkey for a potential meeting Thursday between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
21% : The official noted that Trump also faces frustration with the war in Ukraine, where his calls for peace have yet to yield results despite his lofty initial pledges to put the war to an end quickly upon taking office.

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