Seismologist Detained in China | San Antonio News

San Antonio News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 14, 2026 · 1m

A U.S. seismologist detained in China for nearly two years without trial is sparking global concern as his family speaks out — his detention began after visiting parents in Beijing, with charges of espionage tied to his past work with U.S. agencies. His wife, separated from him for over 600 days, says President Trump personally champions his case, and the State Department labels him wrongfully detained. Despite high-level diplomatic efforts, including a meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping, progress remains stalled — prompting the family to go public ahead of Xi’s Listen in comfort:Get a…