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The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has called for an investigation of Autel Robotics, a drone company suspected of having ties to the People's Liberation Army (PLA). The Committee is expressing concerns about potential risks to national security that could stem from this relationship.

Gallagher: The Select Committee is 'continuing to carefully examine Shein’s regulatory and compliance programs'

Shein, the China-based firm, has submitted its Initial Public Offering (IPO) application in the United States amidst an ongoing investigation by the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). This move comes as part of Shein's effort to become a publicly traded company.

Bipartisan legislators call for increased restrictions on outbound investments in 2024

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has written letters to both the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, advocating for the implementation of stricter restrictions on outbound investments by 2024 to protect national security interests. This comes amid increasing concerns over the national security threats posed by foreign adversaries, particularly China.

CSIS senior vice president in oversight hearing: 'When it comes to cybersecurity and software supply chains, China is not trustworthy'

Dr. James Lewis, Senior Vice President and Director of the Strategic Technologies Program at the Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS), testified before the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday, November 29. He expressed concern over China's role in cybersecurity and software supply chains, drawing attention to their cyber espionage activities and the implications they have for global affairs.

Hinson: 'The CCP should fear the consequences of another ounce of fentanyl coming to the United States'

By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2023

In exchange for China's assistance in preventing the export of fentanyl-precursor chemicals to the United States, the Biden Administration lifts sanctions on China's Institute for Forensic Science. This measure by the U.S. administration signifies a significant shift in international policy towards the illicit drug issue.

Select Committee releases results of inquiry into secret California laboratory

By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023

The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has released the findings of its inquiry into the illicit secret laboratory owned by Chinese entities in California. The detailed investigation that began earlier this year has finally concluded, bringing to light startling revelations about the lab's operations and its potential threats.

Gallagher: 'The American people deserve better from an iconic US company'

By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023

Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wisconsin), Chairman of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, remarks on Ford's decision to maintain their agreement with the CCP-affiliated battery company Contemporary Amperex Technology, Co. Limited (CATL). This decision comes amidst concerns over possible forced labor involvement and challenges facing the electric vehicle industry.

Select Committee on the CCP releases memo on 'united front work'

By Federal Newswire | Nov 28, 2023

U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.), chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), and Ranking Member U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.), released a memo concerning China's influence operations known as "united front work". The memo was announced in a press release on Nov. 7 and details what "united front work" is and why it is important to the American people.

Alleged genocide and forced labor by CCP links raise funding concerns in China's solar industry

By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023

A report by Oliver McPherson-Smith at the America First Policy Institute accuses the Chinese Communist Party of conducting a genocide involving forced labor in the manufacturing of solar power components, and due to the World Bank's limited oversight, rigorous supervision is crucial to prevent U.S. taxpayer funds from supporting such products. McPherson-Smith, the director of the Center for Energy & Environment, released his report on Nov. 20.

Foreign firms divesting in China amid tensions and regulatory pressures

By Federal Newswire | Nov 27, 2023

Nicholas J. Lardy announced President Xi Jinping's recent assurances to U.S. CEOs conflicts with new data, revealing that, for the first time, foreign firms in China are net sellers of existing investments, exceeding $100 billion in outflows during Q1-Q3 2023, driven by United States-China tensions and Beijing's regulatory measures. This unprecedented change is a consequence of increasing geopolitical tension and regulatory pressures within China's economic environment. Lardy is a non-resident senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics (PIIE).

Catholic bishops call for Jimmy Lai to be released: 'He must be freed now'

By Federal Newswire | Nov 21, 2023

Ten Catholic bishops recently called for the release of Jimmy Lai, the former owner of Apple Daily newspaper in Hong Kong who has been in solitary confinement for over 1,000 days. This plea was made public on Nov. 1.

Krishnamoorthi: 'The CCP has a long track record of retaliating against companies that fail to walk the Party’s line'

By Federal Newswire | Nov 21, 2023

Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) Chairman Mike Gallagher and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi wrote a letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook inquiring if the cancellation of Jon Stewart's show was influenced by CCP coercion. This move comes amidst growing concerns over possible CCP interference in U.S content production.

House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party requests more resources to counter CCP

By Federal Newswire | Nov 21, 2023

The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) wrote to leaders in Congress requesting more resources for countering the CCP after Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) falls short. This move comes in response to growing concerns about China's increasing economic influence in the Indo-Pacific region.

Biden meets with Xi: 'we seek to reduce the flow of precursor chemicals and pill presses fueling the fentanyl crisis'

By Federal Newswire | Nov 16, 2023

President Biden posted on X about a plan to combat the flow of precursor chemicals coming from China to combat the flow of fentanyl into the United States. People's Republic of China (PRC) President Xi Jinping met with Biden in California on Nov. 15.

Alex Wong: 'They [CCP] are anti-reciprocity, and we have to recognize that and formulate a proper response'

By Federal Newswire | Nov 15, 2023

Alex Wong spoke about reciprocity and the CCP's opposition to the idea on the Federal Newswire China Desk Podcast on Nov. 14. Wong is Vice Chair of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC) and a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute.

Chairs of the CECC urge Biden to speak up for political prisoners in China

By Federal Newswire | Nov 15, 2023

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) and Sen. Jeffrey Merkley (D-OR) ask President Joe Biden to confront China about its human rights violations and seek the liberation of political detainees. The letter, written on Nov. 8, encourages a formal submission of a list of these political prisoners at the "Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Leaders' Meeting."

Jonathan Pidluzny at AFPI: 'DETERRENT Act would improve transparency and turn back foreign influence in higher education'

Jonathan Pidluzny said the DETERRENT Act would help root out maligned foreign influence, including the Chinese Communist Party, in higher education in America, on November 8. Pidluzny is the Director of the Higher Education Reform Initiative at America First Policy Institute.

Charting the course: Understanding the USCC's crucial role amidst shifting dynamics in U.S.-China relations

Carolyn Bartholomew is Chair of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC). She was the legislative director and chief of staff to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and a staff member on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.

Hinson: 'It is vital we stop China from using U.S. know-how'

U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson, along with fellow members of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and Florida Senator Marco Rubio, wrote a letter expressing cybersecurity concerns to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.

House Select Committee Republicans write to Biden Administration days before meeting with Xi Jinping