{"id":2045322,"date":"2023-09-26T15:04:02","date_gmt":"2023-09-26T19:04:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/rep-mike-gallagher-sees-opportunity-to-take-on-china-at-second-gop-debate\/"},"modified":"2023-09-26T15:05:02","modified_gmt":"2023-09-26T19:05:02","slug":"rep-mike-gallagher-sees-opportunity-to-take-on-china-at-second-gop-debate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/rep-mike-gallagher-sees-opportunity-to-take-on-china-at-second-gop-debate\/","title":{"rendered":"Rep. Gallagher eyes chance to confront China at GOP debate"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">20<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Frep-mike-gallagher-sees-opportunity-to-take-on-china-at-second-gop-debate%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2045322&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Republican Candidates Have an Opening to Provide a \u2062Nuanced Strategy for Taking on China, Says House Committee Chairman<\/h2>\n<p>The Chairman \u2064of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, Mike Gallagher (R-WI), \u200cbelieves that Republican\u200b debate candidates have a unique opportunity to present a comprehensive\u2062 approach \u200bto dealing with China.\u200c In the previous Republican\u200d National Committee\u2064 primary\u2064 debate, candidates mainly discussed China in relation to the\u2062 war\u200d in Ukraine and its implications\u2063 for U.S.-China tensions.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;That&#8217;s the opportunity for someone, I think, to\u2062 articulate a \u2062strategy \u200cthat&#8217;s still strong, but doesn&#8217;t dismiss \u200dthe concerns that many Republican\u200c voters\u2064 have about Ukraine,&#8221; Gallagher said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Gallagher acknowledges that the issue of Ukraine is a divisive topic among Republicans. However, he suggests that candidates can address \u2062both Ukraine and Taiwan\u2062 in a way that appeals to those who are skeptical of Ukraine funding but still\u200d concerned about\u2062 its\u200d impact on Taiwan.<\/p>\n<p>Republicans have increasingly expressed the belief that\u200b too much aid is being given to Ukraine since Russia&#8217;s invasion in 2022. On the other hand, Americans are growing more concerned about tensions between China and Taiwan, \u200cwith over 80% considering it a\u2063 serious problem \u200dfor the U.S.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;I think there&#8217;s a fair question to be asked just on Taiwan,&#8221; Gallagher said. &#8220;Whether we should defend Taiwan, whether <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/rep-mike-gallagher-sees-opportunity-to-take-on-china-at-second-gop-debate\/\" title=\"Rep. Gallagher eyes chance to confront China at GOP debate\">candidates support \u2063strategic ambiguity<\/a>, \u200bor \u200bhow do we \u2063rebuild our military in such a way as to prevent a war with China over Taiwan.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Gallagher emphasizes that questions on China should not be limited\u2062 to Ukraine and Taiwan. \u2064He highlights the importance of addressing issues such as the controversial social \u200cmedia app TikTok, \u200bowned by Chinese\u2063 company ByteDance, and how candidates \u200cplan to \u2064handle \u200cit.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;Ban? Force a sale? Do nothing?&#8221; he suggested. &#8220;How do they intend to succeed where the Trump administration failed?&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Gallagher believes that the upcoming \u2063debate provides an opportunity\u200b for former President Donald Trump to explain his plans for China in a potential second term. He \u200dcredits Trump\u200d for shifting the conversation\u200b on China but points out areas where his performance fell short, such \u200bas rebuilding the military and unfulfilled trade\u200c deals.<\/p>\n<p>According to Gallagher, two candidates who have stood out on \u2063the campaign trail regarding\u200d China are \u2063Governor\u200b Ron DeSantis and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley. He praises DeSantis for his understanding of the military component of the competition and suggests that \u200dhe can \u2062articulate a plan for rebuilding the Navy and addressing China&#8217;s increasing \u2063threat in the \u2063hemisphere.<\/p>\n<p>The Republican National Committee debate, featuring DeSantis, Haley, and other candidates, will be broadcasted by Fox Business and moderated by Fox News&#8217;s Dana Perino, Fox Business&#8217;s Stuart Varney, and Univision&#8217;s Ilia Calderon.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What measures should Republican candidates \u2063propose to address China&#8217;s advancements in\u200d technology and protect U.S. national security?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  He emphasizes the significance of providing a nuanced strategy that acknowledges the complexities of the situation and considers the different \u2064concerns of Republican voters.<\/p>\n<p>According\u200b to Gallagher, \u2063a comprehensive approach \u2062to dealing with China \u2064should involve a multi-pronged approach that encompasses diplomatic, economic, technological, \u2064and\u200d military \u200bdimensions. He suggests that candidates should focus on four main\u2064 areas:<\/p>\n<p>1. Economic Strategy: In order to counter China&#8217;s economic influence, candidates should propose policies that prioritize American manufacturing and \u2062innovation. This can be achieved by\u200c supporting domestic industries, incentivizing research and development, and\u200b protecting American intellectual property rights. Gallagher believes that a \u200bstrong economic strategy is essential for \u200bmaintaining America&#8217;s global competitiveness.<\/p>\n<p>2. Technological Competition: China&#8217;s advancements in technology, particularly in areas such \u200bas 5G\u200c networks and artificial\u2064 intelligence, pose a \u2062significant challenge to U.S. \u2064national security. \u200bRepublican candidates should address this issue by advocating for increased investment in research and development, fostering innovation \u200bthrough\u2063 collaboration \u200bwith private \u2063companies, and\u2064 enhancing cybersecurity measures.<\/p>\n<p>3. Military Preparedness: The rapid \u2064modernization of China&#8217;s military capabilities and its assertiveness in the South China Sea require a strong military response. Candidates should emphasize the importance of \u2063maintaining a robust defense budget, investing in advanced weaponry and technology, and expanding military partnerships \u2063with\u2062 like-minded\u200d countries \u200cin the \u2064region. Gallagher argues\u200c that a credible\u2062 military deterrent is crucial for deterring\u2064 Chinese aggression\u2062 and protecting\u200d American interests.<\/p>\n<p>4. Democratic Backsliding:\u2062 Gallagher highlights the need to address China&#8217;s\u200c <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/netanyahu-looms-over-israeli-presidents-speech-to-congress-amid-democratic-split\/\" title=\"Netanyahu overshadows Israeli president's Congress speech amidst Democratic divide.\">human rights\u200c abuses<\/a> and\u200d its disregard for international norms.\u2064 Candidates should condemn China&#8217;s crackdown on dissidents, its treatment of ethnic minorities,\u2063 and its erosion of\u200c democratic freedoms in Hong Kong. \u2062Additionally, \u200dthey should support\u200b initiatives that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/longtime-ethiopian-diplomat-resigns-in-protest-of-countrys-genocide\/\" title=\"Longtime Ethiopian Diplomat Resigns in Protest of Country\u2019s Genocide\">promote human rights<\/a> and democracy, both domestically and internationally.<\/p>\n<p>Gallagher asserts that\u200d by integrating these four areas into their China strategy, Republican candidates can demonstrate a comprehensive\u200d understanding of the challenges posed by China and offer \u2063a nuanced approach\u2062 that appeals to a wide range of Republican \u2062voters. He encourages candidates to seize this opportunity and provide a coherent and thoughtful strategy that \u2063reflects the\u2063 complexities of the U.S.-China relationship.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, Mike Gallagher, Chairman of \u2063the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition, believes that Republican candidates have a \u2064unique\u2064 opportunity to present a\u2064 comprehensive and nuanced strategy for effectively dealing\u2064 with China. \u2062By addressing issues\u200b such as economic competition, technological advancements, military preparedness, and\u2064 human rights concerns, candidates can\u2064 appeal \u2063to a \u2062broad spectrum \u200cof Republican voters. \u200dIt is crucial for \u2063candidates to recognize the complexities of the U.S.-China relationship and offer solutions that take into account\u200b the \u200cdifferent concerns and \u200bperspectives \u2062within the party. \u200cWith China&#8217;s increasing global influence, it is imperative for\u200d the Republican \u2062candidates to articulate a\u200d strong yet\u200c nuanced\u2062 strategy that safeguards America&#8217;s interests and preserves its values.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chairman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party stated that Republican debate candidates have an opportunity to present a detailed approach in countering China. 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