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1. Ancestor of his who was Asian-American established birthright citizenship, and he is now battling to preserve it.
Not many Americans were familiar with Norman Wong, a 75-year-old retired carpenter residing peacefully in Brentwood, California, until a presidential directive turned him into an unexpected emblem of a fierce nationwide debate about a fundamental constitutional matter: what defines being an American?
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2. A study reveals that China's 2019 fentanyl ban contributed to a decline in U.S. overdose cases.
US President Donald Trump provoked Beijing by mentioning China’s role in the fentanyl trade as justification for implementing tariffs in February. However, recent studies suggest that collaboration between the two countries to combat the illegal distribution of this drug could destabilize its supply network and lower fatal overdoses.
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3. Top Democratic Senator Criticizes 'Horrendous' Reversal of AI Regulation for Aiding China
A high-ranking Democratic member of the U.S. Congress, who has significant influence over policies related to China and technology, criticized the Trump administration for withdrawing a regulation aimed at controlling the spread of artificial intelligence. The lawmaker described this decision as a "terrible notion," arguing that it could end up giving an advantage to China.
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4. China's Space Goals 'Forcing' Washington’s Golden Dome Strategy: Commander
The leader of US Space Command has cautioned that China’s increasing stockpile of anti-satellite weaponry is compelling the U.S. to hasten its orbital defenses, describing the danger as “very real” and urgent. This comes as attention increases regarding President Donald Trump’s suggested missile defense system.
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5. China and Russia accuse US of raising risk of nuclear war and vow to respond to threats jointly
In May, China and Russia blamed the United States for amplifying the chances of a nuclear conflict and pledged to work together against emerging threats. This underscores the intensification of the strategic rivalry between Beijing and Moscow versus Washington.
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6. 'Bold' alleged Chinese surveillance facilities in Cuba prompt a US House hearing
A report highlighting potential Chinese surveillance facilities in Cuba sparked a congressional hearing in Washington, where legislators cautioned that Beijing might be increasing its intelligence presence close to US borders and encouraged the Donald Trump administration to adopt a stronger position on this matter.
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7. A republican-supported proposal to restrict Chinese real estate investments is gaining momentum in Texas.
A GOP-backed legislation aimed at limiting real estate ownership in Texas for residents of China was approved by the state’s House of Representatives last month, reviving interest after it failed to be enacted into law two years prior.
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