US President Donald Trump has accused China of trying to interfere in the upcoming US congressional elections because it opposes his tough trade policies. US President Donald Trump has accused China of trying to interfere in the upcoming US congressional elections because it opposes his tough trade policies. Asked later what evidence he had, Mr Trump said there was “plenty” but didn’t provide details. The only specifics given by the official were that China is hurting farmers and workers in states and districts that voted for Mr Trump. Mr Trump has repeatedly cast doubt on the conclusions of US intelligence agencies and refused to chastise Russia’s Vladimir Putin during their summer summit in Helsinki.

Source: Irish Independent September 26, 2018 20:37 UTC