US EditionSenate Democrats Say Trump's Policies Are Hurting America’s Ability to Compete with China
UNITED STATES, JUL 14 – Senate Democrats say Trump’s tariffs, foreign aid cuts, and student restrictions weakened U.S. leadership, enabling China to surpass U.S. as largest aid partner in over 40 countries, report finds.
- Senate Democrats released a report on Monday saying Trump administration policies are weakening America's ability to compete with China globally.
- These policies include tariffs on allies, cuts to foreign aid, restrictions on international students, and retreat from international organizations, marking a sharp policy shift.
- The report highlights China's expanding influence through increased infrastructure, higher education investment, solar capacity, and recruitment of global scientific talent.
- China installed 277 gigawatts of solar energy in 2024, surpassing the U.S. total installation of 121 gigawatts, illustrating its economic and technological gains.
- The report warns America's disengagement risks a lasting loss of global leadership to China, urging congressional action to restore U.S. influence and competitiveness.
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