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Trump's agenda for Asia trip. And, government shutdown threatens food benefits

Trump's agenda for Asia trip. And, government shutdown threatens food benefits

Summary

President Trump is on an Asia trip, meeting with leaders like China's President Xi Jinping, aiming to finalize a trade deal between the U.S. and China. Meanwhile, in the U.S., a government shutdown threatens to halt food benefits, and military activity in the Caribbean draws scrutiny.

Key Facts

  • President Trump is visiting Asia and has already met with Japan's Emperor Naruhito.
  • He plans to meet with China's President Xi Jinping in South Korea to discuss trade.
  • The U.S. and China have a basic plan for a trade deal but need the presidents to finalize it.
  • There are reports that Trump might reduce support for Taiwan to strengthen trade ties with China.
  • In the Caribbean, the U.S. military campaign against drug boats has led to 43 deaths.
  • Some lawmakers question the heavy use of military force in the Caribbean.
  • The U.S. government shutdown is ongoing, with potential impact on food stamp benefits.
  • No progress has been made in Congress to end the government shutdown.
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