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President Trump navigates tough political waters with UNGA, Xi visit and AI

NPR | By Mara Liasson

Published September 20, 2026 at 4:14 PM CDT

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President Trump has a big week on the international stage, from the United Nations General Assembly to hosting the Chinese president at the White House.

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Mara Liasson

Mara Liasson is a national political correspondent for NPR.