News. Views. Hughes - August 6, 2019 (17:00 ET)

China-US rift causing gold to soar

The value of gold and bitcoin has risen after China devalues its currency and softens its stance on crypto currency in response to US tariffs. RT America’s Sara Montes De Oca joins News Views Hughes to give the details. Then former US trade official Steve Gill joins Scottie Nell Hughes to discuss how the ongoing trader war is having unforeseen global consequences.

US military provokes China, carrier in South China Sea

The US sailed an aircraft carrier through the South China Sea at a time when the US-China trade dispute continues to escalate. The US says they were in compliance with all international laws while China said the move was a clear provocation. RT America’s Rachel Blevins Joins Scottie Nell Hughes to give the latest details.

Mass shootings in US: Politics prevent healing

President Donald Trump will visit El Paso, Texas in the wake of one of the worst mass shootings in the US, however some are calling for the President to stay away. With many feeling Trumps comments and tweets in the past have caused division and hate in the country some are unclear what role he can play in healing the nation. Mexico has also said they plan to take legal action against the US after seven Mexican Nationals were killed in the shootings. Former Georgia state Rep. LaDawn Jones and Ted Harvey of the committee to Defend the President join News.Views.Hughes to discuss the details.