Trump Team Discards Chinese-Issued Phones and Badges Before Boarding Air Force One in Beijing

According to WION, the Trump team reportedly discarded Chinese-issued phones and badges before boarding Air Force One in Beijing. The action was claimed by a US journalist, though no further details were provided. The Times of India reported that US staff and press accompanying President Trump discarded materials from Chinese officials before departing Beijing. The report noted that this occurred despite public displays of goodwill during the visit. The incident is described as a behind-the-scenes manifestation of diplomatic friction, echoing past tensions over security and media access.