The recent federal judge’s overturning of Montana’s ban on TikTok has implications beyond just one social media app. The ruling, which deemed the ban a violation of the First Amendment, effectively squashed the idea of a nationwide ban on TikTok and halted potential new bans in other states. This decision comes amid growing concerns over …
Transcript: Interview with Rep. Mike Gallagher, Raja Krishnamoorthi Welcome to the bipartisan conversation on the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party with Chairman and Ranking Member, Republican Mike Gallagher and Democrat Raja Krishnamoorthi. Good morning. Gallagher: It’s great to be here. Brennan: Can we work together to pass the $4 billion for Taiwan …
When Chinese officials and elites criticize Japan, they often mention the atrocities committed by Imperial Japan after invading China in the 1930s. In recent years, Chinese leaders like Xi Jinping have utilized the memory of World War II to justify their nation’s current assertiveness. When Japanese politicians pay their respects at a Tokyo shrine that …
The House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party has recently launched an investigation into BlackRock, an investment firm. Chairman Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) penned a letter to Larry Fink, BlackRock’s Chairman and CEO, accusing the company of unknowingly using its American customers’ …
Andrew Chiu, an advocate for democracy and a district councilor in Hong Kong, found himself in a horrifying situation in November 2019. He bravely tried to intervene when a knife-wielding attacker targeted protesters, but unfortunately, the assailant managed to break free and attacked Chiu. The attacker bit off Chiu’s left ear, leaving him injured and …
In a bold move, Chinese leader Xi Jinping has shown his unwavering support for Russian strongman Vladimir Putin, emphasizing his commitment to challenging Western power. The recent events in Russia, which saw a rebellion against Putin’s regime, highlight the risks Xi has taken by aligning himself with Moscow. Despite the potential ramifications of this alliance, …
The concept of a rising China has not only captured the Western imagination but has also started to seem inevitable. However, the reality is that economics does not follow a linear path, and the decisions made by the Chinese government under Xi Jinping’s leadership are set to change its trajectory. Xi, who is regarded as …