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China Mocks America as ‘Breeding Ground for Delusion’ Over NJ Drones

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China’s state-run Global Times on Thursday mocked the United States as a “breeding ground for delusion” because of the furor over drone sightings in New Jersey.

The Chinese Communist propaganda organ was particularly irked by House Foreign Affairs Committee chair Michael McCaul claiming the mysterious aircraft were “Chinese spy drones.”

“Some American politicians seem to have a special preference for sensationalizing the ‘China threat.’ Much like the ‘spy balloon’ incident that unfolded in early 2023, the latest accusations against Chinese drones follow an old script, repackaged with new rhetoric aimed at smearing China,” the Global Times hooted.

The Chinese spy balloon of 2023 was, of course, a real Chinese spy balloon, as numerous studies of its behavior have confirmed. Beijing has developed a penchant for floating suspicious balloons into the air space of adversaries – either to gather information or to test how adversaries respond to the penetration of their air defense zones. . .

“From ‘spy balloons’ to ‘spy cranes’ to ‘spy drones’ … these absurd and paranoid labels reflect the distorted and narrow-minded mentality of some U.S. politicians in their attempts to contain and suppress China,” the Global Times lectured. (Read more from “China Mocks America as ‘Breeding Ground for Delusion’ Over NJ Drones” HERE)

NATO Chief Warns Alliance Not Ready for Future Threats From Russia, China

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NATO countries need to ramp up their defense spending and “shift to a wartime mindset” because the alliance is not ready to meet future military threats from adversaries like Russia and China, newly installed NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said Thursday.

In his first public appearance in Brussels since becoming chief of the U.S.-led security alliance, Mr. Rutte noted that NATO members earmarked upwards of 3% of their GDP to defense during the Cold War.

“We are not ready for what is coming our way in four to five years. Danger is moving toward us at full speed,” Mr. Rutte said during a speech hosted by the Carnegie Europe think tank. “We must not look the other way. We must face it.”

He said Russian arms factories are churning out war equipment around the clock while China’s military-industrial base also is growing. Beijing is heavily investing in munitions, accelerating its space capabilities and expanding its nuclear arsenal.

“Our defense industry here in Europe has been hollowed out by decades of underinvestment and narrow national industrial interests. Our industry is too small, too fragmented, and too slow,” Mr. Rutte said. “According to some sources, China is acquiring high-end weapons systems and equipment five to six times faster than the U.S.” (Read more from “NATO Chief Warns Alliance Not Ready for Future Threats From Russia, China” HERE)

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Pentagon Alert: U.S. Runs Out of Missiles in a ‘Matter of Days’ in China War, Can’t Match Production

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American defense industries lack the capacity to supply the missiles and other weapons needed for a war with China, and U.S. forces would lose the conflict as a result, members of Congress and private defense experts warned Thursday.

The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party recently held a simulated conflict with Beijing that revealed the U.S. military would quickly run out of bombs, missiles and other weapons within days of a war. The Pentagon has identified China as the U.S. military’s “pacing challenge.”

The growing risk of war with China over Taiwan or other flash points in the Indo-Pacific was the backdrop for Thursday’s committee hearing. Members and experts called for emergency measures to rebuild the American defense industry to avoid an armed clash with Beijing.

“Our defense industrial base lacks the capacity to deter and win a fight with the PRC,” said committee Chairman John Moolenaar, Michigan Republican, using the acronym for the People’s Republic of China.

Mr. Moolenaar said U.S. defense firms cannot innovate rapidly and supply chains for key defense components are vulnerable to China’s coercion and manipulation. He called for bold new policies and significant resources for the defense industrial base. (Read more from “Pentagon Alert: U.S. Runs Out of Missiles in a ‘Matter of Days’ in China War, Can’t Match Production” HERE)

China Escalates Trade War With US By Slapping Ban On Minerals Used In Ammunition, Semiconductors

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China announced Tuesday that it is banning exports to the U.S. of some metals and rare minerals which can be used in the production of semiconductors and ammunition, according to the Financial Times.

China’s Ministry of Commerce announced that it is banning exports of “dual-use” items related to germanium, gallium, antimony and superhard materials to the US in retaliation against the US government’s latest trade restrictions, according to the Financial Times. The ministry also announced that it is placing more rigid controls on exports of graphite-related items, the Financial Times reported.

The key minerals and metals are used in the production of a variety of items, including batteries, military hardware and semiconductors, according to the Financial Times. Beijing has largely dominated the global supply of various crucial resources, the Financial Times reported. Researchers estimated there could be a $3.4 billion decrease in US gross domestic product if China implements a total ban on exports of germanium and gallium, minerals used in some semiconductors and other high-tech manufacturing, according to a November report from the U.S. Geological Survey.

China’s decision comes after the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) announced on Monday new restrictions designed to curb the People’s Republic of China’s capacity to produce advanced semiconductors that can be used in advanced weapon systems, artificial intelligence and advanced computing, according to a Monday press release. The BIS also added 140 unnamed Chinese companies to a restricted trade list. (Read more from “China Escalates Trade War With US By Slapping Ban On Minerals Used In Ammunition, Semiconductors” HERE)

Chinese Agents Can Now Access Every American’s Phone Calls And Texts, GOP Senator Warns

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Republican South Dakota Sen. Mike Rounds warned Friday that China’s state-sponsored hackers, known as Salt Typhoon, have gained the capability to spy on millions of Americans through their mobile phones.

During an event at Halifax The Forum, Rounds revealed that hackers have infiltrated all major U.S. telecommunications firms. Rounds said these hackers have penetrated every major telecom provider in the country. He also said the Chinese Communist government is capable of reading texts and listening to conversations.

“Any one of us and every one of us today is subject to the review by the Chinese Communist government of any cell phone conversation you have with anyone in America. Because they have access to every single one of our major telecommunications companies. They have broken in. They can read your texts, and they can hear your conversations,” Rounds said. “It’s just a matter of who they want to listen to and who they don’t.”

Salt Typhoon, identified as a Chinese hacking group, has infiltrated the networks of AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, and their presence lingers, according to Democratic Virginia Sen. Mark Warner, chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, The Washington Post reported. Warner called the breach “the worst telecom hack in our nation’s history—by far.” (Read more from “Chinese Agents Can Now Access Every American’s Phone Calls And Texts, GOP Senator Warns” HERE)

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The Nuclear Battery That Can Power Your Smartphone for 50 Years Straight

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The Chinese company Betavolt plans to produce a battery that will last for 50 years by 2025. They have produced a nuclear battery which is approximately the size of a small coin and requires no recharging. The company is now moving from the developmental stage to the pilot stage, and they are preparing for full-scale production as they ready themselves for the market.

Betavolt is based in Beijing and they claim that they are the first in the world to miniaturize atomic energy successfully. They have managed to fit 63 nuclear isotopes onto a module that is smaller in size than a coin. The battery works by converting the energy that is released by the decaying isotopes into energy. This process was initially explored in the previous century. Betavolt claims to have achieved modularization and miniaturization in atomic energy batteries in a cost-effective manner. This marks a significant breakthrough in making nuclear energy compact enough to be used for an array of practical uses.

The Chairman and CEO of Betavolt, Zhang Wei, stated in a press release that the BV100 “marks a groundbreaking achievement as the world’s first mass-produced nuclear battery”. It uses 100 microwatts of power and operates at 3 volts. Its small size measures just 15 x 15 x 5 millimeters, which is smaller than a typical coin. These amazing nuclear batteries are able to produce energy continuously, generating 8.64 joules per day and 3,153 joules every year.

These nuclear batteries have more than ten times the energy density of the more traditional lithium batteries. They are able to store an incredibly huge amount of energy – 3,300 megawatts – just in a single gram of material. Most importantly, it can do this all while being safe from fire or explosions. This makes this nuclear battery a much safer option for energy storage. Additionally, the compact size of these batteries means they can be used in various applications where space is usually very limited. The nuclear battery has been designed to provide stable power generation and performs very well in tough environments. These amazing batteries maintain consistent performance even in extreme temperatures, ranging from 120 degrees above zero to minus 60 degrees. However, the press release for the nuclear battery doesn’t state if these temperatures are in Celsius or Fahrenheit. (Read more from “The Nuclear Battery That Can Power Your Smartphone for 50 Years Straight” HERE)

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‘World War III Has Already Begun,’ Jamie Dimon Warns — Says He and His Team Are Preparing for Serious Conflict With Russia, China

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The head of America’s largest bank told an audience at the Institute of International Finance that his team is running scenarios in preparation for a global conflict involving nuclear powers.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, told the crowd that war was imminent and nuclear proliferation was a greater existential threat than climate change.

“World War III has already begun. You already have battles on the ground being coordinated in multiple countries,” Dimon said at the annual event in Washington, DC on Oct. 24.

Dimon also claimed the cooperation between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea to dismantle the Western world order far outweighed any financial issues.

Western powers, including NATO allies, have been pitted against Russia after it invaded Ukraine in 2022. Meanwhile, North Korea has sent an estimated 12,000 soldiers to fight with Russia in Ukraine, CNN reported. (Read more from “‘World War III Has Already Begun,’ Jamie Dimon Warns — Says He and His Team Are Preparing for Serious Conflict With Russia, China” HERE)

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China Makes Threat After U.S. Arms Deal with Taiwan

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Beijing, China – China has issued a stern warning following the U.S. approval of a $2 billion arms deal with Taiwan, which includes the sale of the advanced National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS). The deal, announced on Saturday, marks Taiwan’s first acquisition of the cutting-edge air defense system, sparking immediate outrage from Beijing.

The NASAMS system, known for its effectiveness in intercepting short- and medium-range missiles, gained prominence after its deployment in Ukraine, where it played a pivotal role in countering Russian missile threats. Taiwan’s acquisition of this technology is seen as a significant enhancement to its military capabilities.

In response to the deal, China’s Foreign Ministry condemned the U.S., stating, “China strongly condemns and firmly opposes this and has lodged serious protests with the U.S.” The ministry emphasized that the country would implement “resolute countermeasures” to safeguard its national sovereignty and security.

Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry reacted to China’s threats by asserting its commitment to self-defense. “In the face of China’s threats, Taiwan is duty-bound to protect its homeland and will continue to demonstrate its determination to defend itself,” a spokesperson said.

China’s state-run Global Times accused the U.S. of exploiting the situation for economic gain, claiming that the arms deal was part of an American strategy to “economically extort Taiwan” while benefiting U.S. arms dealers. The publication sought to downplay the significance of NASAMS, asserting that it would have a “limited role” in Taiwan’s air defense and would not pose a threat to the People’s Liberation Army (PLA).

Tim Walz Welcomed Chinese Communist Party Officials Into His Nebraska Classroom

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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, welcomed Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials into his Nebraska classroom while working as a teacher in the 1990s, a Daily Caller News Foundation investigation found.

In February 1996, a delegation of three “educators” from southeast China visited Walz’s Alliance High School social studies class “to study the education system,” according to an unearthed Alliance Times-Herald article. However, the delegation included CCP officials who at the time worked for an institute serving a Chinese influence and intelligence agency, according to a DCNF review of Chinese government records.

Walz’s longstanding relationship with China has come under increased scrutiny following Vice President Kamala Harris’ August selection of the two-term governor as her running mate. Media reports have since revealed Walz not only misrepresented key details about his China travels, but also appointed a member of a political faction loyal to the CCP to Minnesota’s executive branch.

Neither Walz’s office nor the Harris-Walz campaign responded to multiple requests for comment.

Republican lawmakers have been demanding answers from federal authorities about the governor’s ties to the communist nation. (Read more from “Tim Walz Welcomed Chinese Communist Party Officials Into His Nebraska Classroom” HERE)

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Report: Communist China’s Spying ‘Expanded Rapidly’ Across 20 States Under Biden and Harris

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Chinese Communist Party (CCP) spying in the United States “expanded rapidly” under the Biden-Harris administration’s watch, according to a congressional report released Thursday.

Published by the House Homeland Security Committee’s House Committee On Homeland Security’s Subcommittee On Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, And Intelligence, the assessment details how cases of “CCP-related espionage and acts of transnational repression” have significantly increased since President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris took office. The analysis was first reported by The Daily Caller News Foundation.

“Beijing has continually encroached upon American sovereignty to spy, intimidate, and harass not only defectors, but even American citizens,” Committee Chair and Rep. Mark Green, R-Tenn. said in a statement. “It is important we remain clear-eyed about the threat the CCP poses to the security of the American people so we are prepared to counter its malign influence at every turn.”

According to the report, there have been more than 55 “CCP-related espionage cases in 20 states” from January 2021-October 2024. These have included incidents related to “transmission of sensitive military information to [the People’s Republic of China] PRC,” “stealing of trade secrets to benefit the PRC,” “transnational repression schemes to target PRC dissidents,” and “obstruction of justice.”

As The Federalist previously reported, there have been numerous cases throughout the past year alone in which foreign nationals have attempted to breach U.S. military installations. In March, officials apprehended a Chinese male who was reportedly attempting to gain access to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms, California. (Read more from “Report: Communist China’s Spying ‘Expanded Rapidly’ Across 20 States Under Biden and Harris” HERE)