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John Moolenaar discusses plans to revoke China's favored nation trade status

In a recent appearance on NewsNation, Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party discussed his legislative initiative aimed at revoking China's Permanent Normal Trade Relations status.

By East Michigan News | Nov 19, 2024

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House panel on China threats set to continue under new Congress

The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, established two years ago by the Republican majority, will continue its work in the upcoming Congress.

By East Michigan News | Nov 18, 2024

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U.S. participation in CUSEF forum criticized by Chairman Moolenaar

By East Michigan News | Nov 15, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar has expressed concern over the participation of U.S. officials in a forum organized by the China-United States Exchange Foundation (CUSEF) in Hong Kong.

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U.S. lawmakers urge action on alleged prisoner mistreatment in Hong Kong

By East Michigan News | Nov 15, 2024

A bipartisan group of U.S. legislators has called on Secretary of State Antony Blinken to release a report detailing prison conditions in Hong Kong and to take further diplomatic measures to address the alleged torture and mistreatment of...

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Moolenaar urges Biden to confront China at APEC summit

By East Michigan News | Nov 14, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar of Michigan has commented on the upcoming meeting between President Joe Biden and General Secretary Xi Jinping of the Chinese Communist Party.

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Legislation introduced to end China's permanent normal trade relations

By East Michigan News | Nov 14, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has introduced the Restoring Trade Fairness Act.

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US lawmakers urge Italy to protect Chinese dissident

By East Michigan News | Nov 13, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party have taken steps to address concerns about the safety of a Chinese...

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U.S. lawmakers commend Canada's decision on TikTok's Canadian operations

By East Michigan News | Nov 13, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and Chinese Communist Party have expressed their approval of Canada's recent decision regarding...

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Lawmakers question semiconductor firms on sales to China

By East Michigan News | Nov 8, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party have reached out to major semiconductor manufacturing equipment...

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China allegedly uses Meta's AI for military purposes

By East Michigan News | Nov 8, 2024

Last week, the Jamestown Foundation published a report that outlines how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has adapted Meta’s “Llama” model into a platform called “ChatBIT.” This platform is reportedly being used to assist the People’s Liberation...

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Moolenaar urges action against China's unfair market practices

By East Michigan News | Nov 4, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has addressed concerns to Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo regarding China's market practices.

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Moolenaar proposes new bill for reforming state department's approach to economic threats

By East Michigan News | Nov 1, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar, a Republican from Michigan and head of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, is set to introduce the Economic Security and Diplomacy Act of 2024.

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University of Michigan urged to close joint institute over security concerns

By East Michigan News | Oct 31, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has urged the University of Michigan to end its joint institute with Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

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Moolenaar warns of China's influence over global economy through mineral dominance

By East Michigan News | Oct 31, 2024

This morning, the Battery Materials & Technology Coalition (BMTC) and Horizon Advisory published a report that underscores the United States' significant reliance on China for critical minerals.

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U.S. leaders support $2 billion arms sale to boost Taiwan's defenses

By East Michigan News | Oct 31, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi have expressed their approval of the U.S. administration's recent decision to authorize arms sales aimed at strengthening Taiwan's defense capabilities.

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FOIA Request Sent to Clare County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By East Michigan News | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Clare County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Isabella County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By East Michigan News | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Isabella County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Gladwin County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By East Michigan News | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Gladwin County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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Moolenaar urges Congress to strengthen Biden's China investment restrictions

By East Michigan News | Oct 29, 2024

Yesterday, the Department of Treasury released final regulations to implement President Biden's executive order aimed at restricting investments in countries considered national security threats to the United States, such as China.

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U.S. lawmakers urge restrictions on advanced semiconductor tech exports to China

By East Michigan News | Oct 28, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and Chinese Communist Party have expressed concerns about China's expanding silicon photonics...