China sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Taiwan, the island’s Defense Ministry said Saturday, marking a forceful display days before the democracy plans to hold military exercises aimed at defending itself against a possible invasion. Mark Esper explains how these drills will help the military prepare for future wars. Watch #MorningInAmerica: newsnationnow.com/joinus #nationaldefense #military #China Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Adrienne Bankert. Weekdays starting at 7a/6C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all America. More from NewsNation: newsnationnow.com Get our app: trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on cable: trib.al/YDOpGyG How to watch on TV or streaming: trib.al/Vu0Ikij