China Demonstrates the Dependence of American Defense on Its Minerals
China Cuts Critical Mineral Supply to the U.S. Recent reports indicate that China has sharply reduced its supply of essential minerals to the United States, highlighting its increasing focus on the American defense industrial supply chain. The Pentagon is pushing defense contractors to find alternatives to rare earth magnets sourced from China by 2027. However, […]
Is China finding a way into our military? US recruiters use a CCP-controlled messaging app to reach out to Chinese nationals
Multiple U.S. military recruitment agencies are reportedly using WeChat, a messaging app associated with China’s Communist Party, to engage with Chinese individuals raising concerns about national security risks. Recruitment Concerns with CCP Involvement An investigation by the Department of Justice revealed in June that certain recruitment firms have been leveraging WeChat. Documents indicate that the […]
Xi Jinping Indicates China Is Readying for Significant Assault
China’s state-run shipbuilding company has repurposed bulk carriers into floating farms, managing to produce around 2,800 tonnes of fish each year. This initiative aims to enhance the country’s food security by transforming older ships into aquaculture facilities. Prime Minister Xi Jinping, along with various state entities, is pushing this initiative, which might raise eyebrows beyond […]
China Unveils 15-Point Plan to Promote Births and Address Declining Fertility Rate
On Thursday, the Beijing Municipal Government introduced a new initiative aimed at addressing China’s demographic decline—a comprehensive 15-stage plan to foster a more “natal-friendly society.” The state-run Global Times reported that these 15 measures encompass various supports like increased insurance coverage for work, enhanced “birth service support,” improved childcare, and more favorable childcare policies. Interestingly, […]
Christopher Wray referred to the Justice Department over allegations of misleading lawmakers about the Catholic memo and China investigations
A Washington-based government transparency watchdog has introduced former FBI Director Christopher Wray to the Department of Justice and the FBI, which has led to a criminal investigation regarding his alleged false statements to Congress surrounding two notable incidents. Mike Howell, President of the Surveillance Project, indicated that the group specifically urged a review of Wray’s […]
China Claims Chikungunya Virus Outbreak is Managed, Says U.S. Travel Alert is Not Needed
Chikungunya Situation in Guangdong Province On Thursday, China’s Foreign Ministry claimed that the Chikungunya outbreak in Guangdong Province is “under control.” They stated that the Communist Party has been kept adequately informed by the World Health Organization (WHO) regarding the situation. According to the state-run Global Times, government-approved experts criticized any travel warnings directed at […]
Australian Dollar weakens after poor PMI data from China.
The Australian dollar remains stable, maintaining a 10% baseline tariff on Australian goods. China’s Caixin Manufacturing PMI dropped to 49.5 in July from 50.4 in June, falling short of the anticipated 50.3. Non-farm salaries in the US are expected to remain in a positive range. On Friday, the Australian Dollar (AUD) hit a notable point, […]
Toy manufacturers in the US are facing serious challenges due to tariffs from China and are sounding alarms about the need for quick solutions.
Toy Industry Faces Challenges Amid Tariff Uncertainty This summer, the U.S. toy industry has been under scrutiny due to President Trump’s tariffs on Chinese imports. There are concerns that if issues regarding price hikes, declining sales, and uncertainty aren’t addressed soon, the situation could worsen. In June, national toy prices saw nearly a 2% increase, […]
China ‘Feeling the Pressure’ as ‘the World Is Now with Us’
According to the Treasury Department of Finance, China is “on their heels,” and that “the world is with us now,” discussed during a conversation with Breitbart News on Wednesday. Breitbart News Washington Director Matthew Boyle noted that Beccent had just returned from a meeting in Stockholm, Sweden, with a Chinese delegation focused on trade discussions. […]
Bessent advises nations not to worry if trade agreements aren’t reached by August 1, emphasizes US has influence over China.
US Treasury Secretary Urges Trading Partners Not to Panic Over Tariffs In Washington, Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent urged US trading partners on Wednesday to avoid “panic” regarding economic transactions ahead of President Trump’s tariff deadline this Friday. Bescent encouraged that if any deals aren’t finalized by August 1st, market participants and corporate America needn’t worry […]