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11mo ago

Surge in Chinese Illegal Immigration Raises Alarms Over National Security

Experts and lawmakers express concerns over lax vetting processes and potential infiltration by Chinese operatives.

In an aerial view, immigrants pass through coils of razor wire while crossing the U.S.-Mexico border on March 13, 2024 in El Paso, Texas. New internal data from U.S. Customs and Border Patrol shows that there are fewer "got-aways" than initially estimated by federal agencies.
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Overview

  • A House subcommittee hearing revealed a drastic increase in Chinese illegal immigration since 2021.
  • The Biden administration reduced vetting questions for Chinese nationals from 40 to five, speeding up entry.
  • Experts warn that the influx could be exploited by Chinese intelligence operatives to infiltrate the U.S.
  • Illegal crossings at both the southern and northern borders have surged, with record-breaking numbers reported.
  • Lawmakers call for stricter vetting and border security measures to address the growing national security risks.