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'Showed nothing but debility': WaPo bashes Trump's 'weak' comments about slain journalist

The Washington Post editorial board critiqued Trump’s remarks about Jamal Khashoggi as weak and crass.
The Post said Trump showed debility, warning it could embolden others against journalists.
The remarks came during a White House event with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman present.
U.S. intelligence reportedly concluded MBS likely approved Khashoggi’s killing.
The Post editorial urged caution against legitimizing Saudi leadership through praise of strength.
The article notes readers can read the full Post editorial for context.
The report connects Trump’s comments to broader U.S.–Saudi discussions on press freedom.
Raw Story published the piece as a summary of Post’s stance on the incident.
The article places emphasis on the impact of U.S. rhetoric on press safety abroad.
The piece provides official contact and policy details at the end.

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