The Truth of the Matter Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on bipartisan efforts to counter China
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Dec 20, 2024 
Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi, a key figure on the House Select Committee for U.S.-China competition, dives into pressing topics on national security and technology. He discusses TikTok's legal challenges and the national concerns surrounding Chinese-made internet routers. Krishnamoorthi emphasizes bipartisan efforts to enhance U.S. defense capabilities and address immigration and workforce gaps. He also highlights the critical role of Taiwan amid escalating tensions, underscoring the need for strong military readiness in the Indo-Pacific.
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Bipartisanship is Key
- Bipartisanship is crucial for effectively competing with China and other nations.
- This bipartisan approach is vital across economic, technological, and military strategies.
TikTok's Legal Challenge
- TikTok and ByteDance face legal pressure to divest from TikTok USA or risk being banned in the US.
- The Supreme Court will hear arguments on January 10th, shortly before the January 19th deadline.
Router Risk
- Chinese-made internet routers, widely used in the US, including by the Defense Department, pose security risks.
- These routers, often sold at lower prices, may contain backdoors for Chinese spying and data access.