Why US plan to sell F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia is controversial
Saudi Arabia has lobbied the US for years to buy F35s, the world's most advanced fighter jet.
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"it could put the crown jewels of American military technology within reach of the Chinese Communist Party"
— Raja Krishnamoorthi , Politician
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Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Mohammed bin Salman is the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia.
Raja Krishnamoorthi is a Democratic U.S. Representative from Illinois.
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Saudi Arabia has lobbied the US for years to buy F35s, the world's most advanced fighter jet.
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