Trump's China Strategy: Time to Get Serious

The political scene in the United States is divided, but there is one thing that unites many Americans: a strong dislike for the Chinese Communist Party. Surveys show that most people see the CCP's plans for global dominance as a threat to national security. Even Congress has formed a bipartisan group to prepare for a possible showdown with China. However, the current administration seems hesitant to take a tough stance. Some of the new appointees, like Elbridge Colby, prefer a "balance of power" approach rather than a clear victory. This could be a problem, as the CCP is not likely to play nice. The Trump administration has already shown this by delaying a law that would force TikTok to separate from its Chinese owners. This move might seem like an olive branch, but it could also be a way to win over young voters who use the app. The TikTok situation highlights two big issues with the administration's China policy. First, many Americans do not want a friendly relationship with the CCP. Second, the CCP is not a trustworthy partner. Over the next few years, the administration would be better off focusing on a plan to outmatch China rather than trying to make friends. The public's feelings towards the CCP are clear. While no one wants a war, most Americans want to stop the CCP's plans for global domination. They understand that the best way to avoid conflict is to stand up to provocations. This is evident in the public's reaction to the TikTok debate. A poll found that more than 77% of registered voters are concerned about Chinese ownership of the app. Even many TikTok users support a ban. The administration should not assume that the public wants a warmer relationship with the CCP. The public wants a strong response to the CCP's actions. The CCP is not a normal country. After the fall of the Soviet Union, some people thought that opening up trade with China would make it more democratic. But the CCP is still committed to its communist ideology. This ideology drives its expansionist ambitions. The CCP wants to spread its influence and control over more regions. Hong Kong is a clear example of the CCP's plans. After the UK handed Hong Kong over to China, the CCP implemented a "national security" law that ended Hong Kong's independence. The CCP has been cracking down on critics and remaking the city's social order. This is the kind of totalitarianism that the CCP wants to export. The CCP is not interested in making deals or integrating into the global order. It is only interested in gaining more power. Instead of a policy of "restraint, " the administration should focus on deterring CCP aggression. This means working to stop the CCP's influence in the U. S. and around the world. It also means increasing defense production and strengthening alliances. The administration should not be afraid to take a strong stance against the CCP. The public is ready for it.