FBI Alerts Lawmakers to CCP Disinformation Plot

The FBI has issued warnings to U.S. lawmakers that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is planning to fabricate false stories to undermine their support for Taiwan. These disinformation tactics may include allegations that lawmakers are receiving 'bribes' from Taiwan to promote pro-Taiwan views. U.S. officials emphasize that these efforts are meant to paint Taiwan's support as corrupt and against American interests, but they believe these tactics will be ineffective. The classified briefings, described as 'defensive,' were intended to pre-emptively inform lawmakers of potential attacks that have not yet occurred. Tensions between Washington and Beijing have been escalating, especially regarding Taiwan, which China claims as its territory. Notably, previous actions by U.S. leaders, like Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, have further strained relations with Beijing.