US Wants To Help China, Not Hurt It: Trump Softens Stance After 100% Tariff Threat

Oct 13, 2025 09:52 am CST

President Donald Trump struck a conciliatory tone toward China days after threatening a 100% tariff, stating America wants to help rather than hurt the Chinese economy. The trade tensions center around rare earth elements, critical materials for technology and defense that China largely controls. Beijing has accused Washington of applying "double standards" as economic measures between the two superpowers continue to escalate.