The Trump administration classified the protests over George Floyd's death as "riots" while justifying the violence in Hong Kong as "freedom and democracy." 

Are there double standards when it comes to reporting on China? 

Shaun Rein, founder of China Market Research Group, shared his opinion with CGTN. He said the Wall Street Journal would not quote him because of his favorable views of the Chinese government. Publications like the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg are becoming self-appointed activists, he said, adding that they're becoming very biased on China-centric stories, from the country's economic development to the riots in Hong Kong to bilateral ties with the United States.