China Reacts to Trump's Midterm Setback as 'Domestic Affair'

China's Foreign Ministry called the US midterm elections a "domestic affair" as Chinese netizens celebrated Republican losses under the viral hashtag "Trump Total Defeat," which drew over 70 million views on Weibo by Wednesday evening. Spokesperson Mao Ning expressed confidence in advancing agreements between Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping ahead of their upcoming summit. Beijing has stabilized ties with Washington after a 2025 trade war that pushed tariffs to triple digits, with the US showing restraint on chip restrictions and Taiwan policy. Analysts expect the bilateral calm to persist through Trump's lame-duck period, though Congress may add pressure through hawkish bills like the Match Act. Chinese commentators view the equilibrium as sustainable, with experts noting both sides face "mutually assured disruption" from further conflict. Trump's weakened congressional influence could narrow deal-making scope with Beijing, while his administration has held up a $14 billion Taiwan arms package despite Beijing's objections.