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Why Trump gave Xi an ornate bald eagle statue at the state dinner
Friday, September 25, 2026
State gifts exchanged at diplomatic events often carry symbolic meaning. At a state dinner between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Trump presented Xi with an ornate bald eagle statue. The bald eagle is the national bird and symbol of the United States.
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