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Warren and Warner Challenge Lutnick on Cybersecurity Cuts

2/12/2026

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Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) demand answers from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick about removing key officials from the office that restricts Chinese cars.
They argue the move undermines efforts to counter China's cyber threats and signals a lack of commitment to national security.
They say the office, crucial for U.S. cyber defenses, has lost leadership, and actions against Chinese telecommunications may stall, risking data theft.

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Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) demand answers from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick about removing key officials from the office that restricts Chinese cars.
They argue the move undermines efforts to counter China's cyber threats and signals a lack of commitment to national security.
They say the office, crucial for U.S. cyber defenses, has lost leadership, and actions against Chinese telecommunications may stall, risking data theft.