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'Very powerful, very strong': Trump praises Xi after claiming Harris couldn't handle China
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May 16, 2026
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2:07Now PlayingAfter criticizing Kamala Harris during his 2024 presidential campaign over how she would handle meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping, Trump called the Chinese leader a “friend” and described a warm relationship, despite ongoing tensions involving Taiwan, Iran, and the global economy. Jen Psaki reacts to Trump’s state visit to China and his remarks following the meeting.
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