India, May 14 -- President Donald Trump's high-profile summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping descended into multiple behind-the-scenes confrontations Thursday. The New York Post cited sources to report that tempers were high, especially after a White House aide was 'trampled' before a press conference.

The publication noted that the aide was allegedly knocked down by Chinese media members. Only hours later, Secret Service agents being denied access to secure locations and American reporters were blocked from joining the presidential motorcade.

One of the earliest clashes reportedly unfolded during Trump's bilateral meeting with Xi, when a large group of Chinese journalists rushed into the room.

According to The Post, the crowd knock...