Buck traveled to Taiwan on a weeklong, fact-finding mission. While there, he did an exclusive interview with the President of Taiwan, Lai Ching-te, covering rapidly rising tensions with China, Taiwan’s critical role in AI, and what President Lai would like to say directly to President Trump.

Great meeting with @BuckSexton & @YatesComms to discuss Taiwan’s key role in the world. Many thanks for your positive remarks about #Taiwan—we pride ourselves in the kindness & hospitality of our people. I look forward to the interview airing on @clayandbuck on Monday. https://t.co/Zw8rUlg7UE

— 賴清德Lai Ching-te (@ChingteLai) October 3, 2025

Great to welcome @BuckSexton, @YatesComms & friends to the #NSC. Truly appreciate their interest in regional security & the grave challenges from #China. #Taiwan’s resolve for self-defense is strong, and our commitment to the #US partnership is unwavering. pic.twitter.com/HmQ03JTuDv

— Joseph Wu (@josephwutw) October 3, 2025

Freedom Square in Taipei, Taiwan- incredible history and culture in this city. Very polite and friendly people. Highly recommend any Americans visit. They’re big fans of USA here. pic.twitter.com/h5TseR6DW0

— Buck Sexton (@BuckSexton) October 3, 2025