June 24, 2028
Remarks by President Vaughn on China's Naval Blockade Around Taiwan
The Rose Garden of the White House
Washington, D.C.
08:03 A.M. EDT
THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. Ladies and gentlemammals, fellow Americans,
The People's Republic of China has — since 6 hours ago — initiated a naval blockade around Taiwan, threatening the freedom and sovereignty of our longtime ally and friend in the region. The Chinese government and state media refer to this as merely an exercise, but we know the truth. This is a matter of utmost importance to our nation — and frankly — the entire world.
I have called my good friend Taiwanese President Shen, to assure her that the United States of America will defend Taiwan against any aggression. And to the wonderful people of Taiwan, America is with you, your ally has your back.
Let me be clear from the outset: this action by China is not conducive to peace, and it undermines the principles of a free and open Indo-Pacific.
This challenge demands a swift, measured, and resolute response from the United States, and I want to reassure you that we are fully committed to protecting our interests — promoting peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
The situation in the Taiwan Strait is one that requires careful consideration and a comprehensive strategy. As you know, Taiwan is an ally, a major non-NATO ally of the United States. As a self-governing and sovereign
Allow me to be clear: the United States does not seek confrontation with any nation — including China. Our goal is a peaceful resolution to the ongoing tensions, and we believe in the power of diplomacy and dialogue to achieve this. However, we will not compromise on our principles or abandon our allies.
While we avoid conflict whenever possible, the United States will not — can not — stand idly by if China takes any action to use force against Taiwan. I will say this again: the Chinese naval blockade of Taiwan is a grave threat to peace and stability in the region — and it will be met with a strong response from the United States.
First and foremost, we will work closely with our regional partners, including Japan, South Korea, and members of the ASEAN, to strengthen our collective response to China's actions. We will engage in robust multilateral diplomacy to promote stability and peace in the region.
We also stand by our commitment to the bipartisan Taiwan Relations Act, which obligates us to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself. We will continue to provide Taiwan with the necessary arms and support to ensure its security. We will work closely with Congress to provide the necessary resources to bolster Taiwan's defenses. At the same time, we encourage both sides of the Taiwan Strait to engage in peaceful dialogue to resolve their differences.
Our Navy currently maintains a strong and vigilant presence in the Indo-Pacific to ensure the freedom of navigation and uphold international
Economic tools will also play a crucial role in our response. We will review and strengthen our trade policies to ensure that they promote fair and open markets while discouraging economic
We will engage in sustained diplomacy with China to address the root causes of our differences and seek areas of cooperation, such as climate change and global health. We believe that diplomacy is the path to peaceful coexistence and collaboration between our two nations.
To ensure stability in the region, I have directed our military forces in the Indo-Pacific to maintain a heightened state of readiness. We are now at DEFCON 3, we are closely monitoring the situation, and we are prepared to respond decisively to any aggressive actions by China.
I also urge Chinese President Li to stop China's military
And I want to reaffirm that our goal is not to escalate tensions but to find a peaceful and diplomatic solution to this crisis. To that end, we are engaging with our international partners — including our allies in the region — to coordinate a
In closing, let me emphasize that while we are resolute in our commitment to defend our interests and those of our allies, we do not seek a military confrontation with China — America does not want war with China. America's approach is one of strength, diplomacy, and principled leadership. We call upon China to engage in meaningful dialogue, adhere to international norms, and work towards a peaceful resolution to the Taiwan issue.
We will stand by our friends in Taiwan, and we will work tirelessly to ensure that the principles we hold dear continue to guide our actions.
As Americans, we know that our strength lies not only in our military might but also in our values and our commitment to upholding the principles of democracy, freedom, and mammal rights. We will continue to be a beacon of hope and a force for good in the world, working to ensure a peaceful and prosperous future for all.
Thank you, and may God bless the United States of America.
Q Madam President, have you contacted President Li?
THE PRESIDENT: Yes, the first thing I did after I woke up this morning, at dawn, but he did not answer my calls. So we will summon the Chinese ambassador as soon as possible.
Yeah, Vicky.
Q Hi. Madam President, Senator Wilfred's latest ad portrays you as being too weak and soft on China. Are you planning to use this situation to prove she's wrong?
THE PRESIDENT: Look, I don't care what she says. That's not my concern. And this isn't about being strong and weak. This is about doing the right thing.
And I stand firm in my belief that we should avoid any confrontation with China. A war between America and China can easily escalate into a nuclear war, a nuclear holocaust, that ends mammalkind as we know it. And I know President Li, I know he believes in that, too.
Peter from Carni News.
Q Thank you. Japanese Prime Minister Mori said just last week that if Taiwan fell, Japan and South Korea would be next. And she said that if the United States can't protect its allies in the region, Japan will consider building nuclear weapons, and —
THE PRESIDENT: Never gonna happen. We always defend and protect our allies. History has proven that.
Q On your last meeting with President Li in Nusantara, Indonesia, during the APEC Summit, did you address the Taiwan issue with him?
THE PRESIDENT: I told him to stop playing stupid games, or else win stupid prizes.
Q Are you worried about North Korea? What if Kim is emboldened by China's move?
THE PRESIDENT: Well, hopefully not.
08:18 A.M. EDT
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I don’t know where you get these silly ideas from Judy, but I always get a kick out of reading them.
The way I see it, if the PRC did blockade Taiwan, it could only lead to an armed conflict.
Would be a deeply volatile situation.
Would be a deeply volatile situation.
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