Psaki On China Testing Advanced Nuclear-Capable Weapons: ‘We Welcome Stiff Competition’

On Monday, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki responded to reports that China had developed nuclear-capable hypersonic missiles by saying the Biden administration “welcomes stiff competition.” “Can you comment on reports that China tested a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile over the summer? To the surprise of U.S. officials. Are these accurate? And do these raise concerns about China’s nuclear capability?” A reporter asked. “Well I know General, Secretary Austin, I should say, was asked this question this morning and addressed it,” Psaki responded. “But I’m not going to comment on the specific report. I can say and would echo what he said,


