The Saudification of America is under way

The article discusses the implications of Saudi Arabia's influence on American values and media, using the murder of Jamal Khashoggi as a pivotal point. Khashoggi, a journalist critical of Saudi policies, was killed by Saudi agents in 2018, a crime attributed to the Saudi crown prince by the CIA. Despite this, the US has continued to maintain close ties with Saudi Arabia, symbolized by the invitation of the crown prince to Washington by President Trump. The article critiques the US media's response, highlighting the dismantling of sections that supported free speech and the increasing censorship in mainstream media, which mirrors the repression seen in Saudi Arabia. It warns that the 'Saudification' of American values and media represents a significant threat to freedom and democracy in the US.