Donald Trump Shows Joe Biden’s Autopen Display to Xi Jinping at White House, Chinese President Breaks Into Laughter (Video)
Chinese President Xi Jinping broke into laughter during a White House tour on Thursday after US President Donald Trump pointed out a framed image of an autopen signing former President Joe Biden’s name. The unusual exchange took place as Trump escorted Xi through the White House’s ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’ during Xi’s state visit to the United States.
Chinese President Xi Jinping broke into laughter during a White House tour on Thursday after US President Donald Trump pointed out a framed image of an autopen signing former President Joe Biden’s name. The unusual exchange took place as Trump escorted Xi through the White House’s ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’ during Xi’s state visit to the United States.
Trump Points Out Biden Autopen Display
Trump stopped with Xi near a display featuring an image of an autopen signing Biden’s name. Referring to the display, Trump said, “This is the autopen... it’s Biden,” prompting Xi to laugh audibly. Video released by the White House showed Trump patting Xi on the arm following the exchange.
The display is part of the White House’s Presidential Walk of Fame, where presidential portraits and displays have been installed along the Colonnade. A photograph from the tour also showed Trump and Xi looking at the autopen image associated with Biden. Donald Trump Warns Xi Jinping That Any Chinese Assistance to Iran Is ‘Totally Unacceptable’.
Trump Shows Biden’s Autopen Display to Xi Jinping at White House
What Is An Autopen?
An autopen is a machine that reproduces a person's signature. It can be used to sign documents without the individual physically writing each signature.
In this case, Trump pointed to the autopen image as a reference to Biden while showing Xi the presidential displays. The remark drew a visible reaction from the Chinese leader.
Xi Jinping’s First Washington Visit Since 2015
Xi's visit marks his first trip to Washington in more than a decade. The Chinese President arrived in the United States for a state visit at Trump's invitation, with the visit taking place from September 23 to 25, 2026. Donald Trump Says Xi Jinping Backed ‘Super Intelligence’ Name for Artificial Intelligence.
Trump had personally welcomed Xi and Chinese First Lady Peng Liyuan at Joint Base Andrews before the White House events. The White House had described the visit as a significant milestone in US-China relations.
Trump And Xi Hold High-Stakes Talks
The White House visit came as the US and China continue discussions on trade, artificial intelligence, critical minerals and other areas of bilateral relations. The two leaders also discussed broader international issues during their meetings.
The White House released footage of Trump giving Xi a tour of the White House, including areas such as the South Lawn and the new helipad.
Rare Moment During Xi’s US Visit
Xi's laughter during Trump's comment stood out during a visit otherwise dominated by formal diplomatic engagements. Video of the moment was subsequently shared widely on social media, drawing attention to the unusual interaction between the two leaders.
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