Trump has long felt that Japan and other wealthy allies take advantage of the U.S., racking up big trade surpluses, while paying too little for the cost of American military protection.
Picture book author Mac Barnett has been named the Library of Congress' new ambassador for young people's literature. He discusses what the role means when engaging kids in reading can be a struggle.
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba meets with President Trump Friday. He faces a challenge in overcoming Trump's long-held skepticism about the usefulness of alliances.