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The FBI's Leverage
- A Chinese-American professor at the University of South Florida was investigated by the FBI.
- He was offered a deal: spy on China or face prison for financial misconduct.
Universities as Espionage Hubs
- Universities are espionage battlegrounds due to the revolving door between academia and government.
- Foreign countries target university research, while US agencies recruit individuals with language skills and foreign connections.
The University Dilemma
- Universities face a dilemma: protecting research versus maintaining lucrative international ties and funding.
- This conflict of interest arises from financial dependence on foreign students and government grants.