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Johnson: China 'should expect a strong global response' if 'reunification' attempted

U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson, (R-SD), said if China’s military invades Taiwan, China should expect a response from the global community similar to what Russia has faced since invading Ukraine.


Blinken: 'Non-state actors harass, threaten, jail and kill individuals because of their beliefs'

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said crimes against religious freedom still occur daily around the world and those nations may face sanctions.


Blinken: Designation of North Korean officials made in response to 'unlawful testing of ballistic missiles'

After several unlawful weapons tests and in close coordination with the Republic of Korea (ROK) and Japan, the United States and its ally countries applied sanctions to three individuals from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPPK).


Scott: U.S. stands firm against China 'if they breach Taiwan's independence'

Rep. Austin Scott (R-Ga.) said if China acts against Taiwan, the global community will support Taiwan.


Blinken: U.S. commited 'to countering the threat posed by terrorist groups in Afghanistan'

Four leaders of Afghanistan-based terrorist organizations have been designated Specially Designated Global Terrorists by the U.S. Department of State.


Amata: 'Any changes to the status quo would have serious effects throughout the Pacific'

Rep. Aumua Amata, the delegate for the U.S. House of Representatives from American Samoa, said changes to Taiwan's self-determination would have broad consequences.


Lamborn: A forced 'reunification' with Taiwan 'would be catastrophic for the Chinese Communist Party'

Rep. Doug Lamborn (R-Colo.) said Chinese leader Xi Jinping should see the global support Ukraine is receiving and know that Taiwan would receive the same support if China were to invade.


Portman: Bill will 'stop bad actors from exploiting our open research community'

Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) is calling for the U.S. government to stop allowing foreign governments, such as People's Republic of China and its Communist Party, from exploiting the U.S. education system and stealing technology and other research.


Price: U.S. praises Balkan countries' 'steps to improve the everyday lives of their citizens'

An agreement between Kosovo and Serbia to end a feud over vehicle license plates was hailed as "a giant step forward" by the United States, according to the State Department.


Blinken: 'The United States stands united with our Turkish allies'

A Syrian woman has been detained as a suspect in the Turkey explosion that left six dead and dozens wounded.


State Department: 'We have completed the transition to printing only Next Generation Passports'

The U.S. State Department announced the transition to only printing the new Next Generation Passports (NGP) has officially been completed, meaning anyone who applies for a U.S. passport will be receiving the new and improved NGPs.


Price: Serbia, Kosovo 'should refrain from taking provocative steps'

The United States is urging Kosovo and Serbia to de-escalate tensions.


Biden: Discussed with China's Xi responsibility to prevent 'our countries from veering into conflict'

President Joe Biden met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and discussed global priorities and challenges Nov 14.


Cramer: 'Our bill provides greater scrutiny of visas for Chinese Communist Party members'

Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., said members of the Chinese Communist Party should not be issued U.S. visas indiscriminately.


Blinken: Concerning 'when we see any restrictions on freedom of expression'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said it was concerning to see a restriction on freedom of expression when World Cup players were threatened by FIFA with yellow cards and expulsion if they wore “One Love” armbands during games.


Blinken: U.S. 'excited to see the cultural bridges' the World Cup can bring

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Qatar Nov. 21 to launch the fifth annual U.S.-Qatar Strategic Dialogue, during which time he will be meeting with the country’s foreign minister and deputy prime minister.


Blinken: 'We will continue to support Ukraine so it can defend itself'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced the 25th drawdown of U.S. arms and equipment for Ukraine since August 2021.


Mast: China leader's goal is 'make China the global superpower'

Rep. Brian Mast, (R-Fla.), said in a recent blog post that the United States needs to take a strong stand against China’s ambitions in the interest of national security, including cracking down on CCP purchases of agricultural land here.


Price: Cease-fire pact in Ethiopia 'represents a significant step towards peace'

A U.S. Department of State spokesperson affirmed the United States' support of an agreement between warring factions in Ethiopia to permanently cease hostilities that was signed earlier this month.


Blinken: 'We will not relent' until Griner, Whelan back in U.S.

Russia's decision to move an American basketball star from a prison in Moscow to a remote penal colony drew swift condemnation from U.S. State Department officials.