House Calls for Accountability in Khashoggi Murder and Condemns Repression
This House Resolution commemorates the seventh anniversary of journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder and demands accountability from Saudi Arabia. It emphasizes the US commitment to fighting transnational repression, which directly impacts the safety and free speech of US citizens and residents who criticize foreign governments. The resolution specifically calls for the release of wrongfully detained individuals, including those with ties to the United States.
Key points
Reinforces US policy to counter foreign governments' attempts to harass, surveil, or harm journalists and dissidents residing within the United States.
Calls on Saudi Arabia to ensure accountability for Khashoggi's killers and immediately release wrongfully detained individuals, including US citizens and residents.
Highlights the continued use of the "Khashoggi Ban" and Global Magnitsky sanctions against individuals involved in human rights abuses.
Status:
Introduced
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