From Rolling Stone · Jack Crosbie · · 1m 10s
Trump Offers U.S. Weapons to China
Trump allegedly proposed selling U.S. military weapons to China during Xi's state visit.
In brief
Trump allegedly proposed selling U.S. military weapons to China during Xi's state visit. Trump reportedly suggested selling U.S. arms to China during Xi's Washington state dinner, but denied the offer. Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
Trump's Offer to Xi
During Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to Washington, D.C., Donald Trump reportedly suggested selling U.S. military weapons to China.
U.S. Ambassador's Statement
U.S. Ambassador to China David Perdue said Trump asked Xi if he would like to buy U.S. weapons at a price.
Trump's Denial
Trump denied discussing U.S. arms sales to China, claiming he was talking about Taiwan instead.
Historical Precedent
Trump previously accepted a Qatari royal family jet and agreed to send Israel $2.8 billion in taxpayer-purchased arms.
U.S. Law Prohibits Sale
The State Department stated U.S. law would prohibit an arms sale to China, but Trump has a history of breaking such rules.
What Happens Next
Trump's offer could lead to a U.S.-China arms deal, but the White House and State Department have denied any such agreement is in progress.
The short version
Trump reportedly suggested selling U.S. arms to China during Xi's Washington state dinner, but denied the offer.
