Trump Officials Bypass Congress to Sell Weapons to U.A.E., Kuwait and Jordan - The New York Times

Trump administration officials have circumvented Congress to authorize weapons sales to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Jordan. The administration used emergency authorities typically reserved for national security crises to bypass the standard congressional review process that would normally allow lawmakers to block or modify such transfers. This maneuver sidesteps legislative oversight mechanisms designed to ensure arms sales align with U.S. foreign policy and human rights standards. The sales reflect the administration's effort to strengthen military ties with Gulf allies amid broader Middle East strategy. Congressional Democrats and some Republicans have previously objected to unrestricted arms transfers to the region, particularly given concerns about civilian casualties in Yemen and other conflicts.