Top Democrats press Trump to approve arms sale to Taiwan ahead of Xi meeting
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- House Democrats on the national security committee urged President Trump to approve a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan that has been delayed.
- Trump is slated to visit China and meet President Xi Jinping, timing that pressures the approval.
- Congress‑approved arms sales to Taiwan have been delayed, which Democrats say undercuts maintenance.
Why it matters: Taiwan gains upgraded weapons and deterrence; the US defense industry secures a $14 billion contract; the delay erodes Taiwan’s military readiness and underscores US resolve to China.
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