China Approves Hong Kong Security Legislation, Defying Trump
- U.S. declared that Hong Kong was no longer autonomous
- Move could trigger sanctions, including revoking trade status
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Chinese lawmakers approved a proposal for sweeping new national security legislation in Hong Kong, defying a threat by U.S. President Donald Trump to respond strongly to a measure that democracy advocates say will curb essential freedoms in the city.