A bipartisan watchdog on China may go dark — that would be a mistake.

As midterm elections loom, House leadership faces a crucial decision on whether to reauthorize the bipartisan Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party. This committee plays a vital role in monitoring and addressing U.S.-China relations, particularly in semiconductor export controls. If the committee is not reauthorized, it could stall significant progress in this critical area, undermining national security and economic competitiveness. This move would be a strategic misstep, highlighting the importance of maintaining oversight on China's strategic actions.