"Trump Extends Inauguration Invitation to Xi Jingping Amidst Threats of Massive Tariffs on Beijing"
Donald Trump, the then President of the United States, invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to his inauguration in January 2017, marking a diplomatic olive branch despite threats of massive tariffs on Chinese goods. Karoline Leavitt, Trump’s incoming press secretary, confirmed the invitation while emphasizing that it was yet to be determined if Xi would attend. … Read more