ABC World News Tonight with David Muir Full Broadcast - December 19, 2025

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ABC News Live Prime: December 19, 2025

China just hit a $1 trillion trade surplus—the highest in history—despite Trump's 50% tariffs. US shipments dropped 29%. But exports to Europe jumped 14.8%, Australia surged 35.8%, Southeast Asia rose 8.2%. Total Chinese trade grew 5.9%, beating every forecast. Global markets are fluid. Customers are replaceable. The data suggests tariffs hurt American consumers more than Chinese exporters. Who's actually winning the trade war? #ChinaTradeSurplus #TrumpTariffs #USChinaTradeWar #GlobalTrade #Cult