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Hot Mic Captures Indonesia’s Prabowo Asking Trump for Meeting With Eric Trump

The brief exchange prompted conflict-of-interest scrutiny because the Trump Organization lists ventures in Indonesia.

Overview

  • The conversation was recorded on live audio and video after President Trump spoke at a Gaza-focused summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.
  • Prabowo referred to a region as "not safe, security-wise" before asking, "Can I meet Eric," and Trump replied, "I'll have Eric call," adding, "he's such a good boy."
  • Prabowo said, "We'll look for a better place," and then added "Eric or Don Jr," as Trump reiterated that Eric would call.
  • Reporters noted the audio was partly inaudible, and it is not clear whether the exchange concerned the Trump Organization or any business dealings.
  • Ethics watchdogs highlighted potential conflicts given Trump Organization projects in Indonesia, while the White House and Indonesia's embassy did not immediately comment.