White House rolling out red carpet for historic Xi Jinping visit
Trump and Xi are expected to discuss a range of issues from trade to AI during the latter's multi-day visit to Washington.
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Notable Quotes
"From meeting Xi Jinping at Andrews Air Force Base to having a flyover for Xi as well, this is not something afforded to any US ally, much less an adversary like China."
— David Sacks , Executive
"For the sake of all humanity, Trump and Xi must negotiate a treaty NOW to pause AI and ban superintelligence before it's too late."
— Bernie Sanders , Politician
Key People
Independent Senator who endorsed Graham Platner.
Former AI advisor to President Trump.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Chinese Vice Premier meeting with Scott Bessent for trade talks.
First Lady of the United States known for her social initiatives.
Scott Bessent is the Treasury Secretary.
Former White House strategist known for his nationalist stance on immigration.
Xi Jinping is the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and President of China.
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