Trump's Tariff Tactics: A Look at the Impact and Global Reactions

The FRONTLINE documentary "China, the U.S. & the Rise of Xi Jinping" explores the impact of former President Trump's trade war with China, which involved significant tariffs on Chinese goods and accusations of intellectual property theft. The trade war, which began during Trump's first term and continued into the Biden administration, led to increased trade deficits, higher consumer costs, and a decline in U.S. manufacturing jobs. The documentary also examines Xi Jinping's rise to power and China's aggressive diplomatic strategies.