However, I have found the body language going on in the pictures coming out of this visit quite fascinating. I remember photos from Obama's visit, and I remember photos from Bush's visit.
The King welcomed President Bush like a son coming home. I guess that is because they have known each other since Bush was a young man. The kissing, the holding hands...I thought it was a little weird, but definitely a warm reception. On the other hand, when Obama showed up and bowed before him, he did not look pleased. The body language of the King and everyone around him reeked of suspicion and tension. It really makes me wonder what was going on there...what they knew that the rest of us didn't.
President Trump's welcome, on the other hand, is something else altogether. These two must have met previously, no? Seeing as how Trump has done so much business in Saudi Arabia? But the body language of the King and his sidekicks tells me they aren't just pleased he is there...they are back-flipping thrilled. It's more than just the rockstar treatment...you can see by the looks on their faces that they are super excited.
And they are giving our Melania the Jackie Kennedy reception, which pleases me to no end.
“I do not trust the Saudis one iota. I am suspicious over everything they are and represent”
I think it is good to be very wary. Let’s see how all this plays out. President Trump is no fool and I am sure he is quite aware of the pitfalls. He is also aware of the upsides.
What businesses does Trump have in Saudi Arabia??