Trump's Hollow Gesture Falls Short Donald Trump's recent conversation with Xi Jinping on the case of imprisoned Hong Kong democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai serves as a stark reminder that appearances often belie reality when it comes to human rights and diplomatic posturing.
Lai, 78, has been languishing in a Chinese prison for nearly two years, his health rapidly deteriorating due to harsh conditions and solitary confinement.
The international community's response to his case has been half hearted at best, including Trump's own administration.