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China & United States — United States House of Representatives

32 shared events · Importance 6 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026

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China: Major buyer of Russian oil; faces potential 100% tariffs.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The House will consider the bill after its recess; its passage is uncertain.
Jul 10, 2026 · 311 articles
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China: China is another major buyer of Russian crude and could be subject to the tariffs, affecting its trade with the US.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The House must consider the bill before it becomes law. Its decision will determine whether the tariffs are enacted.
Aug 11, 2026 · 12 articles
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China: Opposes the bill, viewing China — Tibet as part of its territory; the bill challenges its stance on succession.
United States — United States House of Representatives: Introduced a companion bill on May 22, 2026.
Aug 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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China: China is accused by Trump of election interference, which it denies. The allegations could strain US-China relations.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The House passed the SAVE Act, but it is stalled in the Senate. Midterm control is at stake.
Jul 17, 2026 · 46 articles
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China: China>>> opposes United States>>> arms sales to Taiwan>>> and brings up the issue in discussions, influencing diplomatic relations and defense trade.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The United States — United States House of Representatives>>> is also holding hearings on the Trump administration's budget and foreign policy, and has considered war powers resolutions related to the Iran>>> conflict.
Jun 01, 2026 · 62 articles
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China: Two Chinese supertankers carrying Saudi oil transited the Red Sea; Chinese refiner Sinopec chartered vessels.
United States — United States House of Representatives: Passed symbolic resolution directing Trump to halt military action against Iran.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
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China: China's factory activity expanded due to stockpiling, but it is also a source of global trade imbalances and faces pressure from G7 nations regarding its industrial policies.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The control of the United States — United States House of Representatives by the United States — Republican Party (United States) is at risk due to voter backlash over the economic impact of the war with Iran.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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China: China has reduced crude imports due to the conflict, impacting global oil demand.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The House passed symbolic war powers resolutions to limit Trump's authority, reflecting congressional dissent.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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China: China>>> is a significant economic partner for Iran>>> and has been involved in diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Its tankers are now transiting the strait under new Iranian rules.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The Republican-led United States — United States House of Representatives>>> approved a war powers resolution to block President Donald Trump>>> from continuing the conflict against Iran>>>.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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China: China>>> is among the countries that would face a 12.5% additional tariff due to alleged forced labor imports.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The United States — United States House of Representatives>>> Appropriations Committee was the venue where Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche>>> testified about the fund's abandonment.
May 18, 2026 · 323 articles
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China: China, as Iran's top trading partner, is involved in discussions to resolve the Middle East crisis, with Pakistani officials visiting to discuss mediation efforts.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The United States — United States House of Representatives voted to halt the US war, reflecting domestic political anxieties and economic tolls of the conflict.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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China: Target of potential tariffs under sanctions bill as a major buyer of Russian energy.
United States — United States House of Representatives: Will consider sanctions bill; its passage is uncertain but could impact Russia.
Jul 27, 2026 · 119 articles
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China: Rejected lab leak claims; its Wuhan lab is central to the origins debate, affecting its international reputation.
United States — United States House of Representatives: Conducted investigations into Morens's emails.
Aug 17, 2026 · 57 articles
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China: China was mentioned as a potential beneficiary of the waiver, with foreign operators linked to China gaining business. This raises concerns about U.S. maritime competitiveness.
United States — United States House of Representatives: Lawmakers from both parties pressured the administration on the waiver's scope.
Aug 04, 2026 · 28 articles
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China: A China-based oil refinery and shipping companies involved in transporting Iranian oil are facing economic sanctions from the United States.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The United States — United States House of Representatives passed a resolution directing the withdrawal of American troops from the Iran war, a symbolic political blow to Donald Trump.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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China: China, a major buyer of Iranian oil, has seen its seaborne crude oil imports drop, contributing to the global oil market's oversupply as it draws down inventories.
United States — United States House of Representatives: The United States — United States House of Representatives is involved in discussions regarding funding for the Iran war and resolutions to end hostilities, reflecting domestic political debates surrounding the conflict.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
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Regulatory
China: ByteDance's divestiture reduces Chinese government influence over ByteDance — TikTok Shop's U.S. operations, a positive for U.S. security but a setback for China's tech reach.
United States — United States House of Representatives: Passed the bill that led to the 2024 divestiture law.
Jul 17, 2026 · 9 articles
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Tech
China: Chinese AI models (Z.ai, Moonshot) were used in the response, highlighting the global dimension of AI security.
United States — United States House of Representatives: House members proposed the AI Kill Switch Act and independent security audits.
Jul 21, 2026 · 332 articles
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China: Mentioned as competitor in AI; data centers are part of U.S. strategy.
United States — United States House of Representatives: Control of the House is at stake in this election.
Jul 28, 2026 · 8 articles
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China: Graham had suggested China could play a role in ending the Russia-Ukraine war; no direct impact.
United States — United States House of Representatives: Graham served in the House before Senate.
Jul 11, 2026 · 362 articles
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China: China is referenced regarding pandemic origins, but it is not directly involved in the contempt vote. Its role is background.
United States — United States House of Representatives: Mentioned in context of past contempt cases; not directly involved in this event.
Jul 26, 2026 · 353 articles
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China: Mentioned in declassified intelligence about election interference; not directly affected.
United States — United States House of Representatives: House Democrats commented on Clayton nomination.
Jul 15, 2026 · 187 articles
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United States — United States House of Representatives: The United States — United States House of Representatives approved a defense authorization bill with provisions targeting China.
Dec 10, 2025 · 7 articles
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Nov 15, 2025 · 6 articles
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Jan 08, 2026 · 7 articles
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Dec 17, 2025 · 14 articles
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Feb 11, 2026 · 6 articles
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Apr 03, 2026 · 72 articles
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Apr 15, 2026 · 6 articles
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Apr 30, 2026 · 116 articles
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