WATCH LIVE: Trump swears in David Perdue as ambassador to China

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WATCH LIVE: Trump swears in David Perdue as ambassador to China

President Donald Trump is swearing in former Sen. David Perdue as the U.S. ambassador to China.The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 12:30 p.m.SENATE CONFIRMS DAVID PERDUE AS US AMBASSADOR TO CHINA AMID TRADE WARPerdue was confirmed by the Senate in a 67-29 vote, with many Democrats crossing over. He is known as a longtime critic of Beijing.His appointment comes amid increased tensions between the U.S. and China, as the two countries are currently embroiled in a trade war." ..