President Trump, White House Give Mixed Messages On China Trade War

President Trump, White House Give Mixed Messages On China Trade War

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President Trump expressed regret over the trade war with China, but the White House clarified that he only regretted not raising tariffs higher. Trump mentioned having second thoughts about escalating the trade war but later stated he had no plans to force American companies to leave China. He emphasized that the US and China are currently getting along well and that China is more eager to make a deal.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did President Trump signal about the trade war with China?

He regrets starting it.

He regrets not raising tariffs higher.

He plans to end it soon.

He wants to lower tariffs.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the White House's clarification regarding Trump's comments?

Trump will force companies to leave China.

Trump plans to increase tariffs.

Trump's comments were misinterpreted.

Trump wants to end the trade war.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Does President Trump currently plan to force American companies to leave China?

No, he has no such plans.

Yes, but only for certain industries.

No, but he will in the future.

Yes, immediately.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does President Trump describe the ongoing situation with China?

As a minor disagreement.

As an emergency.

As a non-issue.

As a resolved issue.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Trump's current stance on making a deal with China?

He believes China wants a deal more than he does.

He is eager to make a deal.

He has already made a deal.

He has no interest in a deal.