Here’s what to know about the biggest sources of tension in U.S.-China relations before the first summit in Beijing in nine years between the nations’ leaders.

13 May 2026 19:01 ✍️ RSS NEW YORK TIMES

President Trump’s pick to replace Jerome H. Powell takes the helm at a highly uncertain moment for the economy and with heightened concern about the Federal Reserve’s ability to operate independently.

13 May 2026 18:56 ✍️ RSS NEW YORK TIMES

The president’s middle son is said to be joining his father in a “personal capacity” rather than to make business deals.

13 May 2026 18:18 ✍️ RSS NEW YORK TIMES

The deliberations are a sign that the Trump administration may once again try to harness the power of the I.R.S. to advance its immigration agenda.

13 May 2026 18:14 ✍️ RSS NEW YORK TIMES

Fatih Birol of the International Energy Agency, who orchestrated a multinational release of oil reserves, detailed the risks facing the economy now and beyond.

13 May 2026 16:55 ✍️ RSS NEW YORK TIMES

In a letter to President Trump, the spokesman, Rich Danker, said allowing the sale of flavored e-cigarettes would enhance their appeal to children.

13 May 2026 17:10 ✍️ RSS NEW YORK TIMES

As the U.S. tries to rebuild its weapons stockpiles drained in the Iran war, it will need access to rare-earth minerals, an industry China dominates.

13 May 2026 16:41 ✍️ RSS NEW YORK TIMES