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On the recordApril 11, 2017
China, which has been ripping us off, greatest abuser in the history of this country, China has been ripping us -- and I have many friends in China. They agree with me 100 percent.
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Donald Trump
Republican · Florida

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Donald Trump reflects on his views about China and its trade practices, indicating a shift in tone towards cooperation.

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