Trump accuses China of 'manipulating their currency' to offset tariffs

April 10, 2025 – Washington, D.C.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again taken aim at China, accusing Beijing of manipulating its currency in response to mounting U.S. tariffs. Speaking during a campaign rally in Florida, Trump claimed the Chinese government is deliberately weakening the yuan to soften the blow of American trade penalties.

“They’re playing games again,” Trump said. “China is manipulating their currency—making it cheaper—just to offset the tariffs we’ve put in place. It’s a dirty trick, and we’re not going to stand for it.”

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The remarks come days after Trump proposed raising tariffs on Chinese imports by an additional 50%, a move that has already rattled international markets and raised concerns about a renewed U.S.-China trade war.

Currency Manipulation Claims

Currency manipulation refers to a country intentionally devaluing its national currency to make exports cheaper and imports more expensive. A weaker yuan could help Chinese exporters remain competitive, effectively neutralizing the impact of U.S. tariffs designed to protect American industries.

While China has long denied manipulating its currency, Trump’s accusation revives a key talking point from his first term, during which his administration formally labeled China a currency manipulator in 2019.

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Economic & Political Reactions

Economists are split on the issue. Some argue that China’s central bank does manage the yuan’s value to maintain trade advantages, while others say global economic forces—like slowing growth—play a bigger role in recent currency shifts.

In political circles, Trump’s comments are seen as part of a broader strategy to re-establish his tough stance on China as a central campaign theme in the 2025 election.

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China’s Response

As of now, the Chinese government has not officially responded to Trump’s latest remarks. However, state-run media outlets have dismissed similar allegations in the past, calling them "baseless and politically motivated."