Trump Targets Muslim Brotherhood, Ignores Saudi Billions
Al-Monitor reports that Trump plans to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization, following Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s recent move. This familiar political theater often prioritizes convenient enemies over actual threats or systemic issues. Notably, the Biden administration previously resisted similar pressure for such a designation due to concerns over its humanitarian
implications and regional destabilization. This aggressive rhetoric conveniently sidesteps a few key facts: Saudi Arabia, a consistent US regional ally and significant lobbyist, has also targeted the Brotherhood. Curiously, the Kingdom funneled $272 million into US lobbying efforts between 2017-2022, according to OpenSecrets.org, while simultaneously suppressing dissent at home. One might wonder
about the timing and recipients of those lobbying dollars when 'terror' lists mysteriously align with certain geopolitical interests, yet never touch nations funding extensive, questionable activities.