Trump Anticipates Xi Jinping's Visit

Why it matters locally: As the seat of the federal government, the District of Columbia is directly impacted by high-level international diplomatic events, including the logistical preparations and security measures coordinated by federal agencies in anticipation of such visits.

President Donald Trump has consistently spoken about the upcoming visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping over recent months. BBC reporter Sarah Smith investigated the context of President Trump's statements regarding the visit. Throughout the period leading up to the scheduled meeting, President Trump has made repeated public comments acknowledging President Xi's planned arrival. These discussions have occurred across various public forums and official statements.