Source: Fox News
Summary
President Donald Trump is expected to request the release of Dr. Youlin Chen, a U.S. citizen detained in China, according to his wife. The wife of another detained American, Min Zin, also urged Trump to intervene. Both men are designated by the U.S. State Department as wrongfully detained. Dr. Chen was taken from Beijing in November 2024 and charged with espionage. His wife believes his research on nuclear monitoring led to his detention. The two women appealed to Trump, citing his past success in securing the release of detained Americans.
Our Reading
As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The wives speak to Fox News, repeating the same requests.
Dr. Chen’s research is described as suspicious, though not proven.
Trump’s past actions are cited as evidence of his ability to act.
Another case is added to the list of those hoping for a phone call from the president.
Author: Evan Null
Trump’s Plan to Ask for Dr. Chen’s Release
President Donald Trump is planning to ask Chinese President Xi Jinping to release Dr. Youlin Chen, a U.S. citizen detained in China. The request comes after his wife and the wife of another detained American spoke to Fox News. The two women are urging Trump to intervene in their husbands’ cases, which are considered wrongful detentions by the U.S. State Department.
Wives’ Plea for Trump’s Help
Yugang Rong and Sylvia Zin, the wives of Dr. Youlin Chen and Min Zin, respectively, asked Trump to help free their husbands. Both men are U.S. citizens and have been detained in China. The U.S. State Department has labeled their detentions as wrongful. The women believe Trump has the power to influence their release, citing his past success in securing the freedom of other detained Americans.
Dr. Chen’s Detention and Research
Dr. Chen was taken from the Beijing airport in November 2024. His wife believes he was detained because of his research on nuclear monitoring. He has been charged with espionage but has not had a trial after over two years in prison. His research focuses on seismic activity and nuclear testing in Asia, including data from Chinese scientists.
Min Zin’s Case and Uncertainty
Sylvia Zin, the wife of Min Zin, is unsure why her husband was detained. His research focuses on military government and Chinese-Myanmar relations. Unlike Dr. Chen, Min Zin’s work is publicly available, and she does not understand the reason for his detention. She and her husband have not been allowed any contact since his arrest.
Trump’s Past Success in Securing Releases
The Trump administration has secured the release of 83 U.S. nationals detained abroad in the past year, according to a report. This success has given the wives hope that Trump can help free their husbands. They believe that when Trump personally gets involved, Americans are able to return home. The women are now urging him to take action in their cases as well.
