China denounces 'ridiculous' US claims of election meddling

"China angrily denounced on Friday renewed US allegations that it was interfering in upcoming American midterm elections. 

In a wide-ranging speech delivered on Thursday night, US Vice President Mike Pence said Beijing was meddling in the vote to counter tough trade policies against China. The comments echoed those by President Donald Trump recently.  

Pence said Beijing's actions add up to a simple message: "China wants a different American president."

China hit back furiously on Friday, branding Pence's accusation "ridiculous"..."

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