The White House hosted a performance of a censored song from Les Misérables during a state dinner, drawing attention to Beijing’s restrictions on artistic expression. The selection, which China had previously banned for its political undertones, was performed as part of the evening’s entertainment. The move underscores ongoing tensions between cultural diplomacy and government censorship. Details on the specific song and its significance remain under discussion.


White House plays ‘Les Miserables’ hit censored by China at Trump-Xi dinner  New York Post