The Committee on Education and Workforce, chaired by Representative Tim Walberg, announced on Mar. 19 that it will hold a hearing titled "U.S. Universities Under Siege: Foreign Espionage, Stolen Innovation, and the National Security Threat" at 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, March 26.
The hearing will take place in Room 2175 of the Rayburn House Office Building. According to the announcement, credentialed media who wish to cover the event are required to RSVP via email. The session will also be available for live streaming on the Committee’s YouTube page.
This hearing is set against concerns about national security risks posed by foreign espionage activities targeting American universities and research institutions. The topic addresses issues related to stolen innovation and potential threats to U.S. interests.
The House Education and Workforce Committee manages federal programs concerning education, labor, health, and workforce development, according to the official website (https://edworkforce.house.gov/). The committee also influences policy on matters such as student loans and worker protections according to its official website. In addition, it serves in the legislative sector with jurisdiction over education and labor matters according to its official website.
Observers may look for further details during the upcoming hearing as lawmakers discuss strategies for addressing foreign interference in higher education.
