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China Transitions from Competitor to Major U.S. Threat

7/27/2025

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Georgia GOP Rep. Austin Scott warns that China has transitioned from an economic competitor to a serious adversary, threatening U.S. cyber and infrastructure systems. He points to alarming incidents, including charges against Chinese scientists for smuggling a dangerous fungus, and emphasizes the peril of China's grip on farming technology, jeopardizing U.S. food security.

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Georgia GOP Rep. Austin Scott warns that China has transitioned from an economic competitor to a serious adversary, threatening U.S. cyber and infrastructure systems. He points to alarming incidents, including charges against Chinese scientists for smuggling a dangerous fungus, and emphasizes the peril of China's grip on farming technology, jeopardizing U.S. food security.