How Biden Adopted Trump’s Trade War With China

Donald Trump upended decades of American policy when he started a
trade war with China. Many thought that President Biden would
reverse those policies. Instead, he’s stepping them up.


Jim Tankersley, who covers economic policy at the White House,
explains.


Guest: Jim Tankersley, who covers economic policy at the White
House The New York Times.


Background reading: 


Mr. Biden, competing with Mr. Trump to be tough on China,
called for steel tariffs last month.

The Biden administration may raise tariffs on electric
vehicles from China to 100 percent.



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