His three-day trip was intended to promote religious fraternity and diversity, at a time when long-established Christian communities in the Middle East are dwindling.

Chinese experts say the country’s economic, social and political environment played a major role in shaping He Jiankui, the scientist who led controversial research altering the DNA of human embryos.

President Trump is expected to deliver a speech themed around “choosing greatness.” Democrats will offer a rising party star in response.

Furloughed federal workers, Border Patrol agents and the first beneficiary of a new criminal justice law will be among those attending President Trump’s prime-time address.