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usatoday.comfinance8 days ago
House Committee Examines Foreign Influence in U.S. Nonprofits
A February hearing by the House Ways and Means Committee reviewed foreign ties to American nonprofit organizations. Separate reports cited investigations into CAIR and sanctions on a Cuban-linked group.
nationalpost.comai9 days ago
OpenAI Report Flags Chinese Accounts Spreading Anti-Data Center Messages
OpenAI released a report describing a cluster of accounts originating in China that spread anti-data center messages on social media. The report found no evidence of meaningful breakout from the flagged accounts.
upi.comai10 days ago
OpenAI Report Links ChatGPT Accounts to China-Based Influence Campaign on Data Centers
OpenAI said Wednesday it found two clusters of ChatGPT accounts likely based in China that posted content about U.S. data centers and AI policy. The accounts created social media posts and images alleging higher electricity prices and compromised user data.
lamag.comworld12 days ago
Former Arcadia Mayor Pleads Guilty to Acting as Foreign Agent
Eileen Wang, ex-mayor of a small California city, admitted in court to serving as an unregistered agent of the Chinese government. The case raises questions about Beijing's interest in local U.S. politics.
Semaforworld20 days ago
Senators Propose Lowering Foreign Ownership Disclosure Threshold for Pentagon Contracts from $5 Million to $500,000
Sens. Chuck Grassley and Elizabeth Warren plan to introduce legislation Monday requiring defense contractors to disclose beneficial owners and foreign influence on contracts above $500,000. The measure would lower the current disclosure threshold from $5 million.
Fox Newspolitics29 days ago
Justice and Treasury Departments Investigate U.S. Nonprofits for Alleged Cuba Coordination
Federal investigators are examining whether U.S. nonprofits and activists coordinated with Cuban officials after murder charges were filed against Raúl Castro. The probe covers messaging, fundraising and travel activities by groups with combined annual revenue of about $1 billion…
foxnews.comworld35 days ago
Two Convicted in US for Acting as Unauthorized Agents for China
A New York community leader was found guilty of operating an unauthorized Chinese police station in Manhattan. Separately, the mayor of Arcadia, California, pleaded guilty to publishing pro-China content at the direction of Chinese officials. The cases occurred as President Donal…
Fox Newspolitics38 days ago
Neville Roy Singham Donates $278 Million to Progressive Nonprofits Since 2017
Lawmakers from both chambers of Congress voiced concerns over Singham's network and its ties to the Chinese Communist Party. The funding has supported groups including The People’s Forum and CodePink, co-founded by Singham's wife Jodie Evans. Officials from the Justice, State and…
foxnews.compolitics39 days ago
Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang Resigns After Federal Charge of Acting as Agent for China
Eileen Wang, 58, was charged in April with one count of acting in the United States as an illegal agent of a foreign government. She has resigned as mayor of the city of about 53,000 located 13 miles northeast of Los Angeles and is expected to formally plead guilty in the coming…
Nbc Newspolitics40 days ago
Arcadia Mayor Resigns, Agrees to Plead Guilty to Acting as Agent of China
Eileen Wang, mayor of the Los Angeles suburb of Arcadia, resigned Monday and agreed to plead guilty to one count of acting in the United States as an illegal agent of the Chinese government. Prosecutors said she worked with an associate to post pro-PRC content on a website at the…
New York Postworld39 days ago
Suspect in Milwaukee Bucks Owner Blackmail Case Released on Bail
Changli “Sophia” Luo, charged with attempting to extort $1.2 billion from Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Wesley Edens, was released on a $500,000 bond posted by Robin Mui, CEO of a pro-Beijing media outlet registered as a foreign agent. Court records show Luo has extensive financial an…
BBC Newsworld40 days ago
Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang Resigns and Pleads Guilty to Acting as Agent of Chinese Government
Eileen Wang, 58, resigned as mayor of Arcadia, California, after agreeing to plead guilty to one count of acting in the United States as an illegal agent of a foreign government. The charge stems from her work with Yaoning “Mike” Sun promoting pro-PRC propaganda from late 2020 to…
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nationalpost.comworld46 days ago
Trial Begins in U.S. Case Alleging Chinese Influence Operation
A trial is under way in a federal case that U.S. officials describe as an example of Beijing's efforts to exert influence on American soil. The proceedings center on allegations involving Chinese government activities within the United States. The case is part of broader tensions…
rte.iepolitics48 days ago
Uganda's Cabinet to Harmonize Sovereignty Bill Before Tuesday's Parliamentary Readings
Uganda's Cabinet is set to convene on May 4, 2026, to complete harmonization of the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, following President Yoweri Museveni's guidance. The bill's second and third readings are scheduled for Tuesday in Parliament. The legislation aims to curb ext…
Fox Newsworld55 days ago
100 Former US Lawmakers Registered as Foreign Lobbyists Since 2000
A Quincy Institute analysis revealed that 100 former members of Congress have worked as lobbyists for foreign governments since 2000, with most serving authoritarian regimes. The report highlighted cases involving Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other nations, noting their influence o…
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