Eric Trump and MS NOW Have a Legal Fight

May 16, 2026, 12:34
ChinaPolitics

Introduction

Eric Trump wants to sue MS NOW and Jen Psaki. They said he has business in China.

Main Body

Jen Psaki spoke on a show. She asked if Eric Trump made money from a trip to China. She said a company called Alt5 Sigma wants to work with a Chinese company. Eric Trump wrote on X. He said he has no business in China. He said he went to China because he loves his family. He said he was never a leader at Alt5 Sigma. Jen Psaki showed an old video. The video showed Eric Trump as a leader at Alt5 Sigma. She also said his crypto company has a lot of money from Alt5 Sigma. The White House says the president only helps the American people.

Conclusion

Eric Trump is taking the case to court. MS NOW says their story is true.

Learning

πŸ’‘ Word Power: 'People' and 'Companies'

In this story, we see how to talk about who is doing the action. At A2 level, it is important to know the difference between a person and a business group.

1. Individual People

  • Eric Trump β†’\rightarrow A person.
  • Jen Psaki β†’\rightarrow A person.
  • The president β†’\rightarrow One person.

2. Business Groups

  • MS NOW β†’\rightarrow A news company.
  • Alt5 Sigma β†’\rightarrow A business company.
  • The White House β†’\rightarrow An organization.

πŸ› οΈ Building Sentences: The Word 'HAS'

Look at how the text uses has to show ownership or a connection. This is a key A2 pattern:

  • Person + has + thing
    • "He has no business in China."
    • "His crypto company has a lot of money."

Quick Rule: Use has for one person (He, She, It). Use have for more than one or for 'I' and 'You'.

πŸ“ Useful Action Words (Verbs)

These words move the story forward. Notice they are all in the Simple Past (finished actions):

  • Said β†’\rightarrow spoke words.
  • Wrote β†’\rightarrow put words on paper/screen.
  • Showed β†’\rightarrow let someone see something.
  • Asked β†’\rightarrow wanted an answer.

Vocabulary Learning

sue
to take someone to court
Example:She decided to sue the company for the broken product.
business
a place where people sell goods or services
Example:He owns a small business that sells handmade candles.
China
a country in Asia
Example:They plan to travel to China next summer.
show
a program on television
Example:The show was very popular with children.
asked
to say a question
Example:She asked me what time the meeting starts.
money
paper or coins used to buy things
Example:He needs more money to buy a new car.
trip
a journey to another place
Example:We went on a trip to the mountains.
company
a business that sells products or services
Example:She works for a large company in the city.
work
to do a job
Example:He works as a teacher at the local school.
write
to put words on paper
Example:She likes to write stories in her notebook.
family
people related by blood or marriage
Example:My family lives in the suburbs.
leader
a person who directs or guides others
Example:The leader of the team gave a speech.
video
a recording of moving pictures
Example:I watched a funny video on the internet.
president
the head of a country
Example:The president announced a new policy.
helps
to give assistance
Example:She helps her neighbor with the groceries.
people
humans
Example:People enjoy music and dance.
case
a legal matter
Example:The lawyer is preparing the case.
court
a place where legal matters are decided
Example:The case will be heard in court.
story
a narrative
Example:He told a story about his childhood.
true
correct or real
Example:It is true that the earth is round.