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U.S. Uncovers Chinese Hackers Targeting Harris and Trump

8/28/2025

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A coalition of U.S. agencies and 12 allied governments identified three Chinese companies linked to the Salt Typhoon hacking operation.
The operation targeted communications of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, compromising major telecom firms like AT&T and Verizon.
Over one million individuals in Washington, D.C. were affected.
The Chinese government denies any involvement, and the companies have not responded significantly.

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Story summary

A coalition of U.S. agencies and 12 allied governments identified three Chinese companies linked to the Salt Typhoon hacking operation.
The operation targeted communications of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, compromising major telecom firms like AT&T and Verizon.
Over one million individuals in Washington, D.C. were affected.
The Chinese government denies any involvement, and the companies have not responded significantly.