State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce on China Trade Deals and US Policy

China's Trade Stance and US Strategy

• 🇨🇳 China is threatening countries against making trade deals with the US, a move driven by President Xi Jinping's warning.
• 🇺🇸 Donald Trump's focus on an even playing field in trade and his determination to prevent the US from being "played for fools" is seen as a long-term change that frightens China.
• 🌍 Over 130 countries have contacted the US, ready to do deals with President Trump, indicating a global response to America's return to the world stage.
• 📈 China's reaction is described as a level of panic and maneuvering, with the belief that Donald Trump is the world's best negotiator and will secure a favorable deal for the United States.

Internal Chinese Dynamics

• 👤 The actions of the Chinese Communist Party are influenced by the dominant individual, Xi Jinping, rather than the desires of the Chinese people.
• 🏛️ The CCP, in power for about 70 years, projects a power that may not be as substantial as it appears, and Trump's stance on fair treatment threatens their standing.
• 🤝 Despite the dynamics, it's anticipated that China will eventually come around to making a deal with the United States, as nations have an interest in engaging with the US as the hub of business, diplomacy, and the free world.

US-Europe Relations and Italian Prime Minister

• 🇮🇹 The meeting between President Trump and the Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, is highlighted, with Meloni representing the potential for a new era in Europe, akin to Margaret Thatcher.
• 🤝 Both leaders are committed to freedom, economic freedom, and personal freedom, and have a strong mutual regard.
• 🗣️ While specific outcomes of the meeting between Trump and Meloni cannot be detailed by a State Department spokesperson, the meeting is assessed as very good and likely to foster a strong relationship.

Elimination of Government Censorship

• ✅ The Biden administration's Global Engagement Center, which was involved in censoring Americans, has been eliminated.
• 🗣️ President Trump and Secretary Rubio believe in the First Amendment and that more voices lead to more freedom and a better American life.
• 🎉 The removal of government censors is celebrated as a promise kept and a victory for American citizens.