Patrick J Hurley Resigns And Criticizes State Department

Hurley, after 10 months as U.S. Ambassador to China, clashed with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, accusing officials of sabotaging U.S. policy in China. He opposed aiding the Chinese Communist Party, fearing it would collapse the national government. Hurley resigned, accusing State Department officials of interference and demanded a policy showdown. He charged that U.S. policy in Iran was also defeated. The Senate demanded he name names, leading to a confrontation. Hurley accused officials of siding with Chinese communists and noted Russia's stance. He wished success to his successor, General Marshall, in China.

What was Hurley's main concern about providing supplies to the Chinese armed party?

• It would strengthen the national government.

• It would lead to the collapse of the national government.

• It would improve relations with China.

• It would have no impact on the government.

What action did Hurley take after clashing with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee?

• He continued his mission in China.

• He resigned as U.S. Ambassador to China.

• He supported the State Department's policy.

• He joined the Chinese armed party.

What did Hurley accuse State Department officials of doing?

• Providing aid to the national government.

• Improving U.S.-China relations.

• Sabotaging U.S. policy in China.

• Supporting the national government.

What was Hurley's claim about Russia's recognition of the Chinese Communist Party?

• Russia had no opinion on the Chinese Communist Party.

• Russia did not recognize the Chinese Communist Party as communists.

• Russia was allied with the Chinese Communist Party.

• Russia fully supported the Chinese Communist Party.

What did Hurley wish for his successor, General Marshall?

• Failure in his mission.

• Success in fulfilling his mission in China.

• To resign from his position.

• To change U.S. policy in China.