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Trump returns from China amid pressure over inflation

Trump returned to the U.S. after a Chinese state visit, facing pressure to address rising U.S. inflation.
WHO: President Donald Trump
WHAT: Returned to the U.S. from China as pressure mounted to address rising inflation.
WHEN: May 16, 2026 at 3:41 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: U.S. consumer inflation rose to 3.8% annually in April.
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