Congressional Probe Uncovers Spy Equipment in Chinese-Made Cranes at US Ports

A bipartisan investigation reveals unexplained communications devices in cargo cranes, raising espionage concerns amid US-China tensions.

A congressional investigation has found unexplained communications equipment in Chinese-made cranes at US ports, potentially used for spying.
The House Homeland Security Committee and the House Select Committee on China discovered cellular modems in over 200 cranes, with no clear purpose or documentation.
Nearly 80% of cranes used at US ports are Chinese-made, heightening concerns over national security vulnerabilities.
The Biden administration plans to invest $20 billion over the next five years to replace Chinese cranes with domestically made ones.
China dismisses the espionage concerns as 'entirely paranoia,' while the US intensifies scrutiny over Chinese technology in critical infrastructure.