China Sanctions U.S. Lawmaker Jim McGovern

China has sanctioned U.S. Representative Jim McGovern, citing his frequent interference in its domestic affairs, including his vocal criticism of the nation's human rights record in regions like Tibet and Xinjiang. The sanctions, which are effective July 31, include freezing McGovern's assets in China, prohibiting any transactions with him, and denying him and his family's visas to enter the country. This action is part of a broader pattern of sanctions imposed by China on multiple U.S. lawmakers, including Michael McCaul and Michael Gallagher, who have also been critical of Beijing's policies. Relations between the U.S. and China have deteriorated significantly, exacerbated by issues such as trade disputes, the COVID-19 pandemic, and tensions surrounding Taiwan. China accuses the U.S. of meddling in its internal matters and attempting to contain its rise on the global stage. The situation underscores the increasing tensions as bipartisan U.S. lawmakers call for stronger actions against China's human rights abuses.