Trump Calls Democrats Communists While Hosting China's Xi

President Donald Trump has called communism the greatest threat the U.S. has ever faced and branded Democrats as communists ahead of November's midterm elections, while simultaneously hosting Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit this week. Trump's administration has taken government stakes in over 30 private companies, including Intel and Westinghouse, drawing criticism from Republicans like Sen. Rand Paul who question the socialist nature of such moves. Trump has also bragged about his close relationship with Xi, building a White House helipad to impress him. Trump previously criticized Barack Obama for hosting Xi in 2015, but has since praised the Chinese leader, calling him "president for life." His July speech accusing China of election meddling was quickly downplayed, with Trump noting the relationship remained on track.