“They Have Nothing But Cash” – Trump Slams Saudi Arabia’s Reliance on U.S. for Defense

In a bold and unapologetic remark that reignites global debate on America’s role in the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump has once again taken aim at Saudi Arabia, describing the oil-rich nation as “a country with nothing but cash” that depends entirely on U.S. military support.

Speaking during a private event on foreign policy, Trump emphasized what he calls a “lopsided relationship” between Washington and Riyadh, where America shoulders the burden of defense while Saudi Arabia enjoys the profits of oil

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“Saudi Arabia is a rich country, but they’ve got zero military,” Trump said. “We defend them, we subsidize them, and they buy a lot from us. I don’t want to lose them, but we need to stop giving more than we get.”

The remarks echo similar sentiments Trump expressed during his presidency, where he often criticized America’s long-standing military partnerships as being financially one-sided. Saudi Arabia, one of the U.S.’s biggest arms buyers, has relied heavily on American support to maintain security, particularly amid rising tensions with Iran and the conflict in Yemen.

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While Trump acknowledged that Saudi Arabia is a major client of U.S. weapons and technology, he stressed that the alliance should be mutually beneficial, not a “one-way deal.”

“If we don’t speak up, we’ll keep paying for their safety while they keep counting money,” he added.

The president’s comments come at a time when the U.S. is re-evaluating its military commitments abroad and facing internal political pressure to reduce overseas spending.

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So far, there has been no official response from the Saudi royal court.

But one thing is clear: Trump’s message is loud and it’s aimed at a new generation of American voters who are tired of footing the bill for “rich allies with poor priorities.”