Việt Kiểm Tin
Claim: Many Vietnamese Americans believe that Biden supports China and that his presidency will inevitably lead to China’s domination over Vietnam.
Rating: This claim is MOSTLY FALSE. While Biden previously supported China’s economic progress, he has become critical of its political repression and recent aggression in disputed territories. Rather, experts believe that Biden’s presidency will follow a hardline approach with China similar to Trump’s.
Claim: Many Vietnamese Americans believe that Democrats are pro-China and have no plans to take on China.
Rating: This claim is FALSE. A review of the 2020 Democratic Party platform revealed that Democrats intend to counter China in multiple areas. Their platform mentioned China more than any other country. In comparison, the Republicans did not publish a platform for the 2020 election.
Claim: Many Vietnamese Americans believe that Biden and Democrats voted against aid to Vietnamese refugees.
Rating: This claim is FALSE. Democrats supported measures that welcomed and provided aid to Vietnamese refugees, with Biden’s support.