White House: No need for tensions if Pelosi visits Taiwan

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House says there’s no reason for China and the U.S. “to come to blows” should House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visit Taiwan during an Asia trip she is expected to make soon’. The remarks by National Security Council spokesman John Kirby underscore international tensions surrounding the California Democrat’s travel plans. Pelosi hasn’t acknowledged that she will travel to Asia, citing security concerns. But in comments to reporters, she seemed to offer a rationale for such a journey. She noted that President Joe Biden’ and other top administration officials have visited Asia and said she wants Congress “to be part of that