The reports came days before Trump departs on Friday for his first overseas trip as president, to Saudi Arabia, Israel, Italy, and Belgium.
The two top Republicans in Congress, which is controlled by the party, House Speaker Paul Ryan and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, were muted in their response. Ryan’s office said he hoped for a full explanation, while McConnell told Bloomberg TV on Tuesday he wished for a little less drama from the White House.
The Epoch Times contributed to this report.
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