‘Nothing from China allowed on the plane’: Trump team dumps Chinese-issued phones, badges and gifts before boarding Air Force One
Synopsis US officials and press accompanying President Trump reportedly discarded all Chinese-provided items, including phones and badges, before departing Beijing. This move underscores deep mistrust and stringent cybersecurity fears, with delegation members using only burner phones. The actions occurred despite public cordiality during Trump's visit, highlighting underlying tensions. Listen to…
bubmagMay 16, 2026