Family of Chinese political prisoner Jimmy Lai seeks Eileen Gu’s help.
Claire Lai’s Plea to Olympic Champion Irene Gu Claire Lai, daughter of Hong Kong media figure and political prisoner Jimmy Lai, wrote a letter over the weekend to Chinese Olympic champion Irene Gu, urging her to take legal action against the Communist Party for her father’s freedom. In her letter, published in a media outlet, […]
Publisher Jimmy Lai in China may receive a 20-year sentence, but Trump provides a glimmer of hope.
Attention is needed on the recent verdict against Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai, particularly in light of the ongoing global discourse about democracy. The Chinese court’s decision, delivered on February 9, signifies a troubling moment for those invested in democratic ideals. Lai, now 78 and in poor health, is set to face punishment under China’s […]
Kindly be a source of support to help my dad, Jimmy Lai, receive compassion.
An open letter from Claire Lai, daughter of Chinese politician Jimmy Lai, to Irene Gu, the American-born star of the Chinese Winter Olympic team. Dear Gu, Congratulations on your impressive medal-winning feat at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. I wanted to reach out because of your genuine appreciation for the ideals that have shaped your […]
Jimmy Lai receives a 20-year sentence in national security case in Hong Kong
U.S. Urges China to Reconsider Jimmy Lai’s Sentence The United States has expressed concern over the “unjust and tragic” 20-year prison sentence handed down to Hong Kong publisher and democracy activist Jimmy Lai by a court supported by the Chinese government. Lai, who is 78, was convicted under national security laws. Senator Marco Rubio stated, […]
China critic and ex-media mogul Jimmy Lai receives 20-year sentence in Hong Kong security matter
Pro-Democracy Activist Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison Jimmy Lai, a prominent pro-democracy figure and former media tycoon from Hong Kong, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. This marks the harshest penalty under a national security law imposed by China, which has effectively silenced much of the dissent within the city. […]
US leaders must passionately advocate for the release of Jimmy Lai
Given his own experiences with illegal activities, President Donald Trump should advocate for the immediate release of political prisoner Jimmy Lai from Chinese authorities. Recently, 54 organizations rallied behind the Hong Kong Freedom Caucus Foundation, urging both Congress and Mr. Trump to take decisive action to compel Hong Kong and the Communist Party of China […]
Trump Requested Xi Jinping to Release Anti-Communist Hong Kong Media Leader Jimmy Lai
Trump Urges Release of Jimmy Lai Amid Controversial Sentencing On Monday, former President Donald Trump revealed that he had asked Chinese leader Xi Jinping to consider releasing pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai. Lai, a prominent media figure from Hong Kong, was convicted that day of “collusion with a foreign power” and is currently awaiting sentencing. In […]
Trump Requested Xi Jinping of China to Release Anti-Communist Political Prisoner Jimmy Lai
Reuters reported on Thursday that during a recent meeting in South Korea, President Donald Trump urged Chinese leader Xi Jinping to free jailed Hong Kong media figure Jimmy Lai. This was shared by a source familiar with the discussions. According to the report, Trump didn’t specify a concrete agreement for Lai’s release but expressed broader […]
Trump Vows to Do Everything Possible to Help Hong Kong Political Prisoner Jimmy Lai
Trump’s Commitment to Jimmy Lai’s Freedom President Donald Trump stated on Thursday that he is determined to do everything possible to assist Hong Kong media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai, who has been imprisoned under China’s strict “national security law” since December 2020. According to Trump, this measure seems aimed at stifling the democratic movement in Hong […]
Highly regarded persecuted Catholic Jimmy Lai receives Bradley Prize
On May 29, Lind and the Harry Bradley Foundation honored Jimmy Lai with the prestigious Bradley Award. Lai, an entrepreneur who established significant businesses in China before his imprisonment, has become a key figure symbolizing freedom of speech in Hong Kong through his media ventures, including Apple Daily. Amid concerns about the future of the […]