Recent reports have surfaced regarding two Jordanian nationals allegedly attempting to breach the Quantico Marine Corps Base. One of the individuals reportedly had a hit on the Terror Screening Database (TSDS). However, official confirmation on these events is currently unavailable.
The Deputy Director has requested Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to disclose the nationalities of individuals on the watch list who were arrested by border police in recent years. CBP declined this request, citing privacy concerns of the individuals outweighing the minimal public interest in disclosure.
CBP data reveals a significant increase in 'gotaways,' with 1.6 million reported between fiscal years 2021 and 2023, compared to 1.4 million between 2010 and 2020. Border officials have expressed national security concerns over these record-breaking numbers.
Concerns have been raised about Chinese migrants potentially entering Michigan, with suggestions that the state may serve as a gateway for Chinese nationals into the U.S. Recent investments in Michigan, such as a battery plant funded by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, have raised suspicions about the influx of Chinese nationals.
In a concerning development, Democrats in Michigan rejected a bill requiring transparency when taxpayer money is allocated to countries of concern. This decision has sparked criticism and calls for accountability from Michigan residents.
Despite bipartisan consensus on the China threat, a recent House Homeland Security Committee hearing proposed by Republicans to address the rise in Chinese illegal immigration was dismissed by Democrats. The latter attributed the increase to economic conditions in China rather than nefarious motives.
The ongoing meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping has raised alarms, with both leaders condemning the U.S. and pledging closer ties. The growing collaboration between Russia and China poses a significant challenge to U.S. interests.
Reports indicate that approximately 100 Chinese nationals have gained access to U.S. military bases in recent years, sometimes under the guise of tourists. These incidents underscore the need for heightened security measures and thorough investigations into potential security breaches.
