Q    And — and a quick one on — on, you know, the President’s decision to impose tariffs on China.  I mean, di- — had he mentioned that to President Xi when he spoke to him a few days ago on, you know, the decision to impose higher tariffs on steel?

MR. KIRBY:  I’ll just say that, broadly speaking, the President did talk to President Xi about unfair trade practices and — and the flooding in the global market of certain commodities that make it hard for American workers and families and businesses. 

Q    John —

Q    What was his response?

MR. KIRBY:  I’ll leave it at that.

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Source: The White House

Speaker: Admiral John Kirby, National Security Communications Advisor

Format: Press Briefing

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