Trump's Soft Spot for Xi: A Pattern of Accommodation President Donald Trump's decision to host Chinese President Xi Jinping at a state dinner raises questions about his administration's policy towards China.
Gone are the days of fiery rhetoric and trade wars; instead, we see a president willing to give Xi a pass on issues like China's alleged support for Iran.
This shift in approach is not just a departure from Trump's campaign promises but also a stark contrast to the tough talk of earlier years.