Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and lost Joe Biden in 2022 (US Marshals Service)
| Published May 12, 2025
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently revealed that Chinese officials admitted to disregarding their trade obligations under the Biden administration, citing a lack of enforcement. This admission underscores concerns about the previous administration’s approach to trade agreements and highlights the current administration’s efforts to reestablish strong trade policies.
But Bessent also revealed something shocking. One of the major problems was Joe Biden’s failure to uphold what we had agreed to previously with China. Talk about selling us down the river.
Bessent explained that when President Donald Trump left office after his first term, they had an agreement, but “The Biden administration chose not to enforce it,” he explained. The Chinese delegation “basically told us” that once President Biden came into office, they just ignored their obligations.”
So, once again, Joe Biden failed to defend the interests of the United States. And people wonder why everything was such a mess under Biden? It’s exactly these kinds of actions — or lack of action. Was it because of Biden’s connections to China, or Biden just being figuratively absent in general? Either way, if this is true, weakness allowed China to run all over us. Of course, Biden did nothing to stop it, so Trump, once again, has to clean up his mess.
Former Trump Deputy National Security Advisor KT McFarland backed up what Bessent was saying, that when Biden came into office, China ignored the trade deal. Then, Biden failed to do anything about it: “Presidents DO matter.”
The new 90-day trade agreement between the U.S. and China, which includes significant tariff reductions, is seen as a step toward rectifying past shortcomings and strengthening the U.S. position in global trade. This development reflects a commitment to holding trade partners accountable and ensuring that international agreements are upheld.
Implications of Chinese Admission on Biden-Era Trade Policies (Conservative Perspective)
1. Confirmation of Weak Leadership Perception:
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Chinese Disregard for Biden’s Agreements: The revelation that Chinese officials openly admitted to ignoring their trade obligations under the Biden administration reinforces the conservative narrative of weak leadership and poor negotiation strategies by Biden’s team.
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Global Perception of U.S. Weakness: If foreign governments believe they can ignore agreements without consequences, it could damage America’s reputation and leverage in international negotiations.
2. Strengthened Case for Tougher Trade Policies:
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Support for Trump-Era Strategies: The admission bolsters arguments that the Trump administration’s tougher trade policies, including tariffs, were necessary to hold China accountable.
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Push for Enforcement Mechanisms: Conservatives may advocate for stronger enforcement provisions in future trade agreements to prevent similar issues.
3. Political Weaponization:
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Republican Criticism of Biden: Conservatives will likely use this revelation as further evidence of Biden’s alleged inability to manage foreign relations effectively, potentially impacting his administration’s credibility.
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2024 Election Narrative: Republican candidates could leverage this issue to argue for a return to strong, America-first trade policies.
4. Impacts on Current U.S.-China Relations:
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Stronger Stance Under Current Administration: The new 90-day trade agreement, with tariff reductions but stricter terms, suggests that the current U.S. administration is trying to correct Biden-era mistakes.
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Potential Chinese Retaliation: Beijing might view these moves as a more aggressive U.S. stance, leading to renewed trade tensions.
5. Increased Domestic Support for Protectionism:
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Boosting Domestic Industry: Conservatives may argue for continued tariffs or even new ones to protect American industries from unfair foreign competition.
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Emphasis on National Security: The situation could also be framed as a national security concern, warning against overreliance on Chinese imports.
Overall Takeaway:
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s revelation that Chinese officials admitted to ignoring trade obligations under the Biden administration confirms conservative concerns about weak leadership and ineffective foreign policy. It highlights the need for stronger enforcement mechanisms in international agreements and bolsters the argument for America-first trade strategies. The current administration’s efforts to renegotiate trade terms with China signal a corrective approach, but the damage to U.S. credibility from the Biden era may take time to repair.
SOURCES: REDSTATE – Holy Smokes: Bessent Explains How Biden Sold Us Down River Over Prior Trade Agreement With China
THE GATEWAY PUNDIT – Treasury Secretary Bessent: “The Chinese Told Us Once Joe Biden Came into Office They Just Ignored Their Obligations”
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