Trump used to slam China. Here's why he's now rolling out the red carpet for Xi
WASHINGTON — When President Donald Trump first ran for office, he called out China as a menace to the U.S. economy, saying it had gutted America's factories and eroded the middle class.
TL;DR
- Trump initially campaigned on a platform critical of China's economic impact on the U.S.
- He stated that China had harmed American factories and the middle class.
- Despite early criticism, Trump's recent remarks about Xi Jinping have been favorable.
- Trump is scheduled to host Xi Jinping for a state dinner.