China Dismisses Trump's Allegations of Election Interference

WHO:

ABC News - China

Newsweek - Trump

WHAT:

Newsweek - Trump accused China of obtaining 220 million U.S. voter files.

ABC News - China rejected Trump's allegations as "groundless accusations."

ABC News - China stated it has never interfered in U.S. elections.

WHERE:

ABC News - China

WHY:

ABC News - China claims it has no interest in interfering in U.S. elections.

HOW:

ABC News - China issued a statement denying the allegations made by Trump.

(UPDATED July 17, 2026 11:23 UTC)

Trump has accused China of obtaining 220 million U.S. voter files, a claim that China has firmly rejected as "groundless accusations." In response, China stated that it has never interfered in U.S. elections and has no interest in doing so. The Chinese government issued a statement denying Trump's allegations, emphasizing their position on the matter.