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In the aftermath of Chinese President Xi Jinping's attendance at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in San Francisco, violent clashes erupted between pro-Xi supporters and anti-Chinese government protesters, prompting concerns about police negligence in handling the escalating tensions.
Human rights organizations and activists are calling for a congressional hearing after reports surfaced of brutal assaults on Chinese dissidents opposing Xi Jinping's presence during the APEC summit from November 15th to 17th. Confrontations unfolded across San Francisco landmarks, including the airport, Moscone Center, and the St. Regis Hotel, where Xi stayed.
Multiple incidents of violence were reported, with pro-China groups wielding metal rods, flagpoles, closed umbrellas, and pepper spray against demonstrators advocating for causes such as Tibetan independence and opposing Beijing's human rights violations.
Prominent figures, including Wang Dan from the 1989 Tiananmen Square movement, highlight the orchestrated nature of the violence, implicating pro-China forces in the U.S. Calls for investigations target not only the perpetrators but also the political forces behind the assaults.
Despite pleas for assistance, demonstrators claim law enforcement authorities remained unresponsive during the clashes. Efforts are underway to gather evidence for submission to Congress, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation and accountability in safeguarding protesters' rights on American soil. The minimal response from the San Francisco Police Department regarding arrests has raised concerns, intensifying the national conversation on the influence of foreign political forces.