Trump visits Middle East and Diddy trial Day 1 highlights: Morning Rundown

Trump is expected to promote economic ambitions during his visit to the Middle East.

Trump is expected to promote economic ambitions during his visit to the Middle East. The Bureau of Labor Statistics will release price growth data for April. And the first witnesses have taken the stand in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial.

Here’s what to know today.

President Donald Trump hopes to leave his mark in the Middle East when he visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates this week with a focus on economic interests and dealmaking. A White House official said Trump will discuss opportunities for investment and cooperation with other leaders during this trip. But wars in Gaza and Ukraine loom over his economic-focused ambitions. 

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Trump's visit kicks off today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a Gulf power abundant in mineral wealth where "the relationship really couldn't be better," said a well-placed Trump ally with close ties to the region.