For both US political parties, the US relationship with China is a hot priority. Attacks on China from lawmakers up and down the ballot have stepped up as the November election nears, with a focus on trade, manufacturing, and illegal fentanyl.

Biden has enacted tariffs on some Chinese goods and promised more, a hardened stance his Vice President Kamala Harris may continue to follow if she clinches the Democratic nomination for president. Meanwhile, Trump is proposing a 60% tariff if he wins in November.