How much dialogue has Taipei had with Tokyo in the days and weeks following that. Has there been coordination on the response for Taiwan, from Taiwan. Yes, because the the so-called Taiwan contingency becomes a Japan contingency.Therefore, it's also a Japan United States security contingency. So you're talking about the survival doctrine. Essentially, it's a survival situation, survival threatening situation.Yes. Yes. So we have very good communication channels with the Japanese government.So we are trying ...

US Political Landscape & Policy - Congressman Don Bacon announced retirement, citing family reasons and the demanding nature of the job, despite past electoral successes in politically challenging districts [2][11][12][13] - The "one big beautiful bill" (likely referring to a major legislative package) faces potential challenges in the 2026 midterm elections, with concerns about its impact on Medicaid and potential for demagoguery by Democrats [1][10][14] - Congressman Bacon voted in favor of the bill, believing the benefits outweighed the drawbacks, including tax cut stability, child tax credit protection, and defense spending increases [3][9] - The House version of the bill focused on work requirements for Medicaid recipients (18-64 years old, healthy individuals working/seeking work 20 hours a week), which is supported by 72% of Americans [6][7] - The Senate version of the bill included cuts to hospital payments, partially mitigated by a $50 billion replenishment for rural hospitals [8] National Security & Foreign Policy - Congressman Bacon criticized the pause of weapon shipments to Ukraine, advocating for strong support and increased weapon deliveries to help Ukraine prevail against Russia [4][16][23] - Congressman Bacon believes that if Ukraine falls, it would gravely hurt US national security interests, potentially leading to further aggression in Moldova, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and the Baltics [19][20] - Congressman Bacon expressed concern over President Trump's past stance on Ukraine funding but noted a potential shift towards a more forceful defense of Ukraine [21] Republican Party & Political Philosophy - Congressman Bacon identifies as a Ronald Reagan Republican, advocating for democracy, free markets, rule of law, strong alliances, and respect towards political opponents [25][26] - Congressman Bacon expressed concern about the current demonization of political opponents and the treatment of allies, calling for a return to normalcy and decency in American politics [27]