Chinese President Xi Arrives in Washington for State Visit

Why it matters locally: Massachusetts, with its significant biotech, high-tech, and educational sectors, could see impacts from any trade agreements or policy shifts resulting from President Xi's visit, particularly concerning intellectual property and research collaborations.

WASHINGTON – Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington Wednesday evening. This marks his first state visit to the United States in over a decade. His arrival coincided with a federal court hearing in a separate legal matter. A federal judge heard arguments in a lawsuit filed by CNN, MS NOW, and Politico. The lawsuit challenges a decision by President Trump to ban these outlets from the White House. Liz Landers reported on these developments.