Asked why he praised China's response and "transparency" on Jan. 24, Trump says, "Because it's true." Reminded he's now saying China wasn't transparent about the virus, he says, "They were transparent at that time."
Trump: "I have great respect for that country...for the leader of that country (China), and like him. He's a friend of mine. But I wish they...would have told us earlier..."
Trump: "China has worked very hard." He adds, "China's not a beneficiary here. China has lost thousands thousands of people. China has gone through hell over this...I just wish they could've told us earlier."
