China’s Cloud Computing Firms Raise Concern for U.S.
The Biden administration is exploring whether it can mount a campaign against Chinese tech giants like Alibaba and Huawei, potentially fueling tensions with Beijing.
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Endangered Species Act to Be Strengthened
New rules would void Trump-era changes that made it easier to remove animals and plants from the endangered list.
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We’re covering a new breed of Republicans, a missing submersible near the Titanic and Judge Judy’s new TV empire.
Republicans Attack Blinken for China Trip, Threatening Subpoena
Republicans rebuked the secretary of state for visiting China for diplomatic talks as they advocate a hard-line, military-first approach to Beijing.
Key Environmentalists Back Biden, Despite Broken Oil Promises
Four major environmental groups are endorsing President Biden’s re-election bid, but some climate activists say his approval of drilling projects has been a betrayal.
U.S. Support for Ukraine Aid Starts to Fray After Debt Limit Deal
Spending caps set by the debt limit bill have empowered critics of U.S. aid to Ukraine, threatening the bipartisan coalition that has kept military assistance flowing to Kyiv.
Blinken Plans to Meet With Top Chinese Officials in Beijing
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, who leaves Friday, could meet with Xi Jinping, China’s leader, during a visit he had postponed because of a Chinese spy balloon.
Berlusconi’s Legacy Lives On Beyond Italy’s Borders
Silvio Berlusconi rose when political parties were weakened and carried on through a cascade of scandals. Leaders like Donald Trump and Jair Bolsonaro have had similar trajectories.
Allies Pressure Biden to Hasten NATO Membership for Ukraine
Some members of the military alliance want to set a timetable for Ukraine to join, though only after the war is no longer raging.
Yellen Says Bid to Decouple From China Would Be ‘Disastrous’
The Treasury secretary, speaking to a House committee, said trade and investment were crucial in U.S.-Chinese relations.