Donald Trump's Latest Misstep with Chinese Leader Sparks Racial Insensitivity Outcry

Photo by Brendan Smialowski - Pool/Getty Image U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly told Sean Hannity of Fox News that Chinese President Xi Jinping is "very tall, especially for this country, because they tend to be a little bit shorter." This comment, made on Thursday, May 14, during a high-stakes bilateral summit in Beijing, has caused widespread outrage on grounds of racism and the perpetuation of stereotypes. Trump calls Chinese leader Xi Jinping "very tall" and adds Chinese people "tend to be a little shorter" The particular comment, though framed as a compliment, has . . .