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Trump Displays American Might During Xi Visit

A show of force at Joint Base Andrews as the President welcomes the Chinese leader with military precision.

Foreign PolicyPublished September 23, 2026 at 11:03 PM
US President Donald Trump (R) and Chinese President Xi Jinping (L) at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, USA, 23 September 2026. US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to hold bilateral talks during Xi's state visit to the United States.

President Trump greeted Chinese leader Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews with a display of American strength, featuring a formal red carpet ceremony and a strategic military flyover. The arrival was punctuated by the roar of two B-1 supersonic bombers, a core component of the United States' combat arsenal.

This display of military power served as a clear signal of American resolve as the two leaders prepared for a three-day summit. While the media often focuses on the diplomatic pageantry, the inclusion of these heavy-duty combat aircraft highlights the administration's commitment to projecting national power on the world stage.

It is a reminder that while diplomacy is underway, the United States remains prepared to defend its interests with the most formidable military technology in the world.

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