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Chinese Engineers Oversee U.S. Defense Systems, Sparking Security Fears

7/18/2025

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Chinese engineers are overseeing US Department of Defense computer systems under a Microsoft contract, raising alarms about security. US staff, dubbed “digital escorts,” are meant to supervise but often lack the expertise needed, leading to doubts about their ability to ensure safety. One escort expressed deep concerns over trust in this precarious arrangement.

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Chinese engineers are overseeing US Department of Defense computer systems under a Microsoft contract, raising alarms about security. US staff, dubbed “digital escorts,” are meant to supervise but often lack the expertise needed, leading to doubts about their ability to ensure safety. One escort expressed deep concerns over trust in this precarious arrangement.