Rumors of Xi Jinping’s stroke, a sudden rare-earth export blitz, and Trump’s explosive 100% tariff threat — all within one week. What really happened behind Beijing’s dramatic U-turn? In this episode, we uncover the truth behind Trump’s remark that “Xi had a bad moment,” the internal power struggle shaking the CCP, and why China’s leadership crisis is far from over. From stroke rumors to trade chaos, this is the story of how Xi’s illusion of control began to crumble — and why the outcome of the Fourth Plenum could change China’s future.
