Spy Conviction of Wang Shujun for China's Ministry of State Security

Naturalized U.S. citizen Wang Shujun convicted of working as a spy for China's Ministry of State Security, sentenced to up to 25 years in prison. Wang pretended to be a pro-democracy activist to spy on opponents of the Chinese Communist Party. He was accused of stalking, harassing, and spying on U.S. residents on behalf of China, including interfering with U.S. elections and plotting to destroy dissident artwork. Wang's double life as a spy for China was exposed, leading to his arrest and conviction.

Foiled Assassination Plot

A suspected spy planned an assassination plot linked to Iran targeting a U.S. politician, possibly former President Trump. The plot involved hit men, actors, and reconnaissance. The spy was arrested in Texas.

China's Execution of Alleged US Spy

China admitted to executing an alleged US spy named Huang Yu in a propaganda documentary by the Ministry of State Security. The documentary detailed how Huang sold secrets to the US and was executed in 2016. China has strict laws regarding espionage and national security, with severe consequences for offenders.

Pentagon tracks high altitude balloon over the US

The Pentagon tracked a high altitude balloon over the US, determined it was a hobby craft, and confirmed it was not from China. This comes after a Chinese spy balloon was shot down last year. The Chinese balloon had intelligence collection capabilities.

Balloon Intercepted Over Utah

A small nonthreatening balloon was intercepted by fighter jets over Utah, but was determined to not pose a threat to national security. This incident has raised interest in balloon overflights following a previous incident involving a Chinese spy balloon.

High-Altitude Balloon Drifting Across the U.S.

The U.S. is tracking a small, high-altitude balloon drifting across the country, but officials confirmed it poses no threat to national security. The balloon, made of Mylar with a cube-shaped box hanging below it, has unknown origins and purpose. This incident follows a previous spy balloon situation involving China, which led to tensions between the two countries.