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Trump Ousts Key Official Over Chinese Tech Concerns

1/24/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump has removed Elizabeth "Liz" Cannon from her role as executive director of the Information and Communications Technology and Services office.
The office, established in 2022, barred nearly all Chinese cars from the U.S. market for national security reasons.
Cannon's last day is expected to be February 20 because experts warn her departure could hinder the government's ability to address foreign technology risks.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has removed Elizabeth "Liz" Cannon from her role as executive director of the Information and Communications Technology and Services office.
The office, established in 2022, barred nearly all Chinese cars from the U.S. market for national security reasons.
Cannon's last day is expected to be February 20 because experts warn her departure could hinder the government's ability to address foreign technology risks.