WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - Tensions are rising over trade between the United States and some of its closest allies and now, President Donald Trump is walking a fine line with China, one of America’s biggest trading partners.

The White House is trying to avoid an all-out trade war, especially with China, as backlash builds from other key trading partners, like Canada and the EU. Meanwhile, President Trump is also facing challenges at home with one of his signature bills hitting resistance in the Senate.

"I can confirm that the two leaders will likely talk this week. And as always, when there are foreign leader calls, we will provide a readout of those calls,” said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

The president has doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum imports with the new 50% ra

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