On with Kara Swisher Washington’s Top China Hawk Talks TikTok, Taiwan & Trump
Dec 4, 2023
Rep. Mike Gallagher, a prominent Republican lawmaker from Wisconsin and chair of the House Select Committee on the CCP, passionately argues for a tougher U.S. stance on China. He discusses the implications of TikTok on political discourse, highlighting concerns over data privacy and national security. Gallagher critiques the current administration's approach to U.S.-China relations, emphasizing the need for innovative defense strategies regarding Taiwan. He also explores the balance between American corporate interests and human rights within China, advocating for a principled economic strategy.
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China's Naval Power
- China has built the world's largest navy and developed a cost-effective missile force capable of sinking U.S. ships.
- The U.S. must adopt a similar strategy, using distributed missile systems and advanced energetics to counter China's advantage.
American Companies and Values
- American companies should uphold basic human values like freedom of expression, even when facing pressure from China.
- Their willingness to overlook human rights abuses for profit, while lecturing Americans on moral failings, is hypocritical.
Reducing Dependence on China
- American companies with large Chinese exposure, like Apple, Tesla, and BlackRock, should reduce their dependence on the Chinese market.
- They should prioritize onshoring critical manufacturing and avoid investing in Chinese military companies.