Trump submits civil nuclear agreement with Saudi for Congressional review
U.S. President Donald Trump submitted a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, aimed at bolstering the kingdom's civilian nuclear program. However, Trump insists the deal won't proceed unless Saudi Arabia normalizes relations with Israel. The classified document was submitted to Capitol Hill as required by the Atomic Energy Act. Congress has 90 days to review the agreement; it can take effect without a vote if no joint resolution rejecting it is passed within that period.
Key Points
- U.S. President Donald Trump submitted a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review.
- The agreement aims to bolster Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear program.
- Trump conditioned the deal's progression on Saudi Arabia normalizing relations with Israel.
- Congress has 90 days to review the agreement, which can take effect without a rejecting resolution.
Exam Facts
- U.S. President Donald Trump submitted the agreement.
- The agreement was submitted to Congress as required by the Atomic Energy Act.
- Congress has 90 days to review the agreement.
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