U.S. national security is facing unprecedented threats from China under the Biden-Harris administration, according to WarRoom experts. From military escalation in the Indo-Pacific to political influence campaigns, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) aims to undermine U.S. power and disrupt global peace. The stakes are rising, and November’s election could determine the direction of U.S. foreign policy in the face of these dangers, according to a Wednesday discussion between Dr. Bradley Thayer and Capt. Jim Fanell.
China’s Missile Test: A Clear Threat to U.S. Security
China launched its first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test in the South China Sea in 44 years. This missile, likely a DF-41, has a range of up to 9,000 miles, capable of hitting U.S. targets. Col. Jim Fanell described the test as “shocking,” emphasizing that China is “practicing to destroy America.” The implications are stark: China’s strategic rocket force is growing more capable, and their political will to confront the U.S. is undeniable.
Loss of Key U.S. Base: China’s Quiet Victory in the Indo-Pacific
Recent developments also threaten America’s strategic presence in the Indo-Pacific. The United Kingdom turned over Diego Garcia, a joint U.S.-UK military base in the Indian Ocean, to Mauritius. Fanell compared this loss to the situation in Afghanistan, stating, “We will now potentially lose access to Diego Garcia,” a move he called a victory for China. This jeopardizes U.S. ability to project power in the region and undermines security alliances with key partners like Japan and India. […]
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