Live updates: Trump to meet new Syrian president, announces US will lift sanctions on the country

What to Know

• President Donald Trump, who arrived in Saudi Arabia today to begin his first major international trip of his second term, will meet the Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
• Trump, meanwhile, is facing backlash over the administration's decision to accept a luxury jet from Qatar to be used as Air Force One.
• In response, Chuck Schumer says he is placing a hold on Trump DOJ nominees.
• Trump is also scheduled to travel to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates this week.
• The visit to the Gulf States comes at a crucial moment for diplomacy as U.S. officials work quickly to make trade deals following Trump's sweeping tariffs.