1 big thing

U.S.-China diplomacy is crumbling

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Prosecutors say the Chinese consulate in San Francisco is harboring a researcher after the FBI interviewed her about alleged visa fraud on June 20. The researcher was charged for lying about her affiliation with a Chinese military university.

This move could cause serious tension between the China and the U.S., especially as the U.S. is seeking to crack down on Chinese espionage and research theft.

  • Plus, Trump is deploying more federal agents - this time to Chicago and Albuquerque.
  • And, companies are fighting for insurance payouts after coronavirus losses.


    • Guests: Axios' Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Mike Allen and Jennifer Kingson.


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    • Prosecutors say S.F. consulate is harboring Chinese military researcher wanted by FBI
    • Trump announces "surge" of federal law enforcement to Chicago and Albuquerque
    • Insurance companies battle their clients over the coronavirus
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