Staff Reports
The U.S. Senate put an end to any federal funding that benefits China by an overwhelming vote, demonstrating a much-needed application of common sense. By an overwhelming 61-36 vote, the amendment effectively forbids the provision of any financial advantage to entities or subsidiaries based in China using taxpayer funds. This translates to a cessation of financial resources allocated to the Chinese Communist Party, which ought to be invested in American society and businesses.
Senate Says No to Allowing Federal Funds to Benefit China
The amendment prevents appropriations from being used to provide “any financial benefit” to Chinese entities.https://t.co/WaknznV5Oc
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The amendment's sponsor, Senator Josh Hawley, reaffirmed to his colleagues the significance of placing America first in an impassioned address on the Senate floor. He explained that the amendment merely prohibits the allocation of any funds towards China. "The funds are strictly prohibited from being transferred to Chinese enterprises or entities under Chinese ownership and control." Simply put, the People's Republic of China should not receive any American taxpayer funds. This vote ought to be straightforward."
Although the amendment has garnered substantial support, a minority of skeptics still persist. The Democrat from Washington, Senator Patty Murray, voiced apprehensions regarding the inadvertent repercussions that may ensue from the cessation of financial assistance to China. Furthermore, she contended that school lunch programs might encounter difficulties in procuring livestock from Chinese-owned companies, while the VA might encounter difficulties in acquiring essential products such as pharmaceuticals or medical devices. Sen. Hawley, however, did not believe it. "Should we purchase school lunches from China?" he inquired, challenging the rationale behind our reliance on China for fundamental necessities. Do we wish to purchase and become dependent on Chinese pharmaceuticals? Without a doubt."
A long-awaited stride in the correct direction is represented by this amendment. China's influence in our country must be constrained at all costs, given the escalating tensions between the United States and China over issues such as Ukraine and Taiwan. If it poses a risk to our national security, we ought to prohibit them from purchasing our farmland or investing in our companies. China will no longer exploit the United States, as the Senate has adopted a resolute stance in support of the country. Now is the time to prioritize our own interests and place America first.
