The Biden Administration has decided to withhold funding from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) following allegations of a cover-up involving Chinese swimmers who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs before the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. This decision was reported by The New York Times and stems from WADA's refusal to investigate claims against the Chinese Communist Party regarding more than two dozen athletes. Some of these swimmers participated in the Olympic Games, securing several medals, including gold.

In response to this situation, Chairman John Moolenaar released a statement highlighting the significance of this funding freeze as a step towards accountability and reform. He stated, "The U.S. decision to withhold funding from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is a critical first step toward accountability and reform. This funding freeze sends a clear message: the U.S. will not bankroll corruption."

Moolenaar emphasized past efforts alongside Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi to address these issues, including calling on the FBI to investigate 23 positive drug tests allegedly covered up by CCP and WADA officials. He mentioned introducing bipartisan legislation aimed at holding WADA accountable, expressing hope for progress in passing the Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act in Congress.

Before the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, 23 Chinese swimmers reportedly tested positive for trimetazidine but continued competing after delays in reporting by China's anti-doping agency and WADA's refusal to intervene. Despite strong evidence presented by U.S. and global anti-doping officials, an independent review was not initiated at that time.

Concerns were further raised when WADA received $2 million in excess funds from China during that year. This situation cast doubt on the legitimacy of Olympic results and raised questions about potential state-sponsored doping practices similar to those previously associated with Russia.

In May 2024, Moolenaar and Krishnamoorthi urged both the U.S. Department of Justice and International Olympic Committee to conduct formal inquiries into these allegations, stressing legal, ethical, and competitive concerns tied to potential state sponsorship by China.

By July 2024, legislative action had been taken with Moolenaar, Krishnamoorthi, Senator Marsha Blackburn, and Senator Chris Van Hollen introducing a bill aimed at granting authority to withhold membership dues from WADA if it fails to act fairly or independently in ensuring drug-free competitions at Olympic events.