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China uses new spelling of “Rubio” to sidestep travel ban

Chinese officials are using a different spelling for Rubio’s name to potentially allow travel without lifting a 2020 ban.
WHO: Chinese officials
WHAT: Using a different transliterated character for Rubio’s name
WHEN: May 14, 2026 at 4:53 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: Chinese officials are using the spelling change to allow him to visit without lifting the 2020 ban.
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