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GOP Reps Demand Cuts to China-Tied Nonprofits Amid Allegations

12/13/2025

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Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) and Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) urged Gov. Kathy Hochul to cut funding for nonprofits tied to China, citing election interference.
They allege groups posing as charities have violated U.S. laws by engaging in political activities.
They cited the indictment of Linda Sun, a former Hochul aide, for acting as a Chinese agent.
Hochul's spokesperson defended safety and said state employees undergo vetting for foreign ties.

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Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) and Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) urged Gov. Kathy Hochul to cut funding for nonprofits tied to China, citing election interference.
They allege groups posing as charities have violated U.S. laws by engaging in political activities.
They cited the indictment of Linda Sun, a former Hochul aide, for acting as a Chinese agent.
Hochul's spokesperson defended safety and said state employees undergo vetting for foreign ties.