Fear Of Japanese Aggression Spreads to White House

The video discusses the tension between the US and Japan during World War II. It highlights the consternation in Los Angeles' Japanese community, President Roosevelt's decision to freeze Japanese assets, and the international response to Japan's aggression. The US nationalizes the Philippine armed forces under General MacArthur's command. The Chinese ambassador expresses hope that economic measures will deter Japan from further aggression.

Who was appointed to command the new Combined Army forces?

What does the Chinese ambassador hope for regarding the economic blockade?