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Russia and China Target Laid-off U.S. Security Employees

2/28/2025

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Foreign adversaries, particularly Russia and China, are seizing the opportunity to recruit U.S. federal employees in national security, focusing on those recently laid off or facing job insecurity. With security clearances in hand, these individuals are seen as prime targets amid President Trump's contentious firings of military leaders and efforts to downsize government personnel.

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Story summary

Foreign adversaries, particularly Russia and China, are seizing the opportunity to recruit U.S. federal employees in national security, focusing on those recently laid off or facing job insecurity. With security clearances in hand, these individuals are seen as prime targets amid President Trump's contentious firings of military leaders and efforts to downsize government personnel.