Fifth Biden, Xi call expected on Thursday as tensions simmer Taiwan, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and trade expected to be discussed in ‘pretty robust agenda’ for talks. Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2022
US military making plans in case Pelosi travels to Taiwan U.S. officials say they have little fear that China would attack Nancy Pelosi’s plane if she flies to Taiwan The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2022
Pacific defense chiefs meet against backdrop of rising China Defense chiefs from across the Indo-Pacific gathered this week to bolster their connections against a backdrop of China’s ongoing campaign to expand its influence and military presence in the region The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2022
Why is US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's planned Taiwan visit sparking so much tension with China? Nancy Pelosi will be the highest-ranking US politician to visit Taiwan since 1997 but China warns it will take "firm and forceful" measures if her visit goes ahead. ABC News · Jul 27, 2022
Biden-Xi call expected Thursday with Taiwan threats looming Taiwan and tariffs are likely to be on the agenda. Axios · Jul 26, 2022
Why the big fuss over Nancy Pelosi's possible visit to Taiwan? U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi hasn’t confirmed when – or even if – she is to visit Taiwan. Yet such is the sensitivity over the island’s status that reports of her possible trip have resulted in a warning by China of “serious consequences” and a suggestion by President Joe Biden… The Conversation · Jul 26, 2022
Cheney rips Cotton over Jan. 6 remarks “Actually watching them before rendering judgment is more consistent with 'Anglo-American jurisprudence" Salon · Jul 26, 2022
EXPLAINER: Why is a Pelosi visit to Taiwan causing tension? China is warning it will respond forcefully if U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi proceeds with a planned visit to Taiwan The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2022
Morning Digest | Hooch kills 18 people in Gujarat; Sri Lanka to restrict fuel imports for next 12 months and more A select list of stories to read before you start your day The Hindu · Jul 26, 2022
Pelosi’s Taiwan ambiguity has China fuming ahead of Biden call WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s staff and security officials aren’t ruling out plans for her to visit Taiwan in early August on a trip that has already stoked more U.S.-China tensions. Tribune News Service · Jul 26, 2022
Growing number in GOP back Pelosi on possible Taiwan trip An increasing number of Republican officials are defending House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her reported trip to Taiwan The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2022
House begins busy sprint to August recess and Senate tees up ‘chips-plus’ bill WASHINGTON — House leaders are cramming this week to finish a laundry list of legislative priorities before a five-week getaway from Washington. Tribune News Service · Jul 25, 2022
Former U.S. Representative Charged With Insider Trading: Here Are The Companies Involved A former member of Congress was charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission Monday for potential insider trading. Benzinga · Jul 25, 2022
This week: House begins busy sprint to August recess, Senate tees up 'chips-plus' bill - Roll Call House and Senate leaders are looking to pass a long list of items in a short time before taking their annual August break. Roll Call · Jul 25, 2022
Axios · Jul 25, 2022 China's threats shouldn't stop Pelosi from visiting Taiwan, analysts in Taiwan say "Fear of Chinese retaliation should not dictate engagements between partners."
Reuters · Jul 25, 2022 China confirms warnings to U.S. on Pelosi's possible Taiwan visit China confirmed that it had delivered sterner warnings to U.S. officials about House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's possible visit to Taiwan, as first reported by the Financial Times, a foreign ministry spokesman said on Monday.
The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2022 Taiwan holds drills amid Pelosi visit concern, China tension Taiwan's capital is staging air raid drills and its military is mobilizing for routine exercises
Reuters · Jul 23, 2022 China heightens warning to U.S. over possible House Speaker Pelosi visit to Taiwan -FT China has issued stark private warnings to the Biden administration about a possible trip to Taiwan in August by U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the Financial Times reported on Saturday.
Benzinga · Jul 23, 2022 Does Nancy Pelosi Share Stock Tips With Her Husband? Here's What The Speaker Said Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is one of the most famous members of Congress. Over the last several years, Pelosi has also become famous for something outside of politics, stock and option purchases made by her husband. Here’s what Pelosi had to say when asked about potential conflicts of…
Salon · Jul 22, 2022 Fox News throws a distraction circus Could the January 6 hearings be enough to prick the consciences of Trump voters? Fox News clearly fears so
Salon · Jul 22, 2022 Trump's Jan. 6 Truth Social meltdown Trump claims he doesn't "know" witness Sarah Matthews and places blame for riot on Nancy Pelosi
The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2022 Capitol rioter who said she wanted to kill Nancy Pelosi jailed for 60 days Dawn Bancroft will also serve three years of probation and 100 hours of community service
The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jul 22, 2022 A Pa. Capitol rioter who said she wanted to shoot Pelosi just won an election. Now, she’s headed to prison The former owner of a Bucks County CrossFit gym who recorded herself during the storming of the Capitol saying she was looking for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi “to shoot her in the friggin’ brain” was sentenced to 60 days incarceration on Thursday.
Salon · Jul 21, 2022 What happens if Pelosi visits Taiwan? The Chinese government warns of "forceful measures" if Pelosi follows through with her plans to visit next month
Al Jazeera · Jul 21, 2022 US House passes bill protecting contraception access Democrats are worried that rights such as gay marriage and birth control could be struck down by the Supreme Court.