 damage the economy here at home. So that's why these issues are so incredibly important. Republican Representative Michael McCaul, who chairs the House Foreign Affairs Committee, called Taiwan a, quote, perfect example of what we want our allies to do. Trump's remarks made public this week add uncertainty to his approach to Taiwan, as his own running mate, J.D. Vance, calls China the biggest threat to the United States. President Joe Biden has said he would send troops to defend the island.