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Trump and Xi are set to meet in DC. Why some China watchers have low expectations
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet in Washington, D.C., according to reporting from multiple outlets. The summit is set to occur within six weeks before the U.S. election. Congressional polling data shows Democratic candidates leading in multiple races heading into the election cycle.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/02/trump-xi-summit-iran-china-trade-elections.html
