Trump to press Xi on detained Americans, broader rights issues uncertain

President Donald Trump is expected to press Chinese leader Xi Jinping to free two detained US citizens during their summit this week, but broader human-rights issues may not receive similar attention, according to US officials and advocates. Trump is likely to raise the cases of Youlin Chen, imprisoned since late 2024, and Min Zin, arrested in June, both US citizens. However, the White House has not confirmed whether he will address rights concerns regarding Tibet, Uyghurs, or Hong Kong, areas advocates and Democratic lawmakers urge him to prioritize. China has warned that democracy and human rights are red lines that could jeopardize relations, while Beijing denies abuse allegations and says its policies curb extremism. Rights groups call for Trump to condemn China's ethnic unity law and press for dialogue with the Dalai Lama.