Hong Kong Protests: Explained
Hong Kong Protests: Explained.<br />Thousands of protesters have <br />been gathering in the streets <br />of Hong Kong for months.<br />Their most recent cause for concern <br />is a proposed extradition bill.<br />The Fugitive Offenders and Mutual Legal Assistance <br />in Criminal Matters Legislation (Amendment) Bill <br />would allow suspected offenders to be sent to a <br />broader range of countries, including mainland China.<br />Opponents of the bill fear Hong Kong's judicial <br />independence from Beijing would become jeopardized, <br />and it would open the door to "legalized kidnapping.".<br />The bill was suspended by Hong Kong's <br />chief executive, Carrie Lam, in June, but <br />it has not yet been formally withdrawn.<br />The protesters, who want the bill struck down, <br />utilize umbrellas to protect themselves from <br />pepper spray, tear gas and police cameras.<br />As far as other countries getting involved, <br />President Trump has encouraged Beijing to <br />"work humanely with Hong Kong."
