Rep. Moolenaar Outlines His Vision as New Chair of House China Panel

Published on April 29, 2024

Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Mich.), the new chair of the House China panel, has set his priorities largely following his predecessor’s: deter the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) military aggression on Taiwan, protect American technology and supply chain, and prevent CCP proxies from harassing people on U.S. soil. In a video released on Monday, Mr. Moolenaar highlighted his concern that “the CCP is actively working to weaken America.” He said his concerns had only grown stronger over the 14 months serving on the committee as a member. “I’ve witnessed the CCP’s near-constant efforts to undermine America’s core values and sovereignty. Just look at the CCP’s use of TikTok to indoctrinate our children, their efforts to buy our farmland, and the secret police stations the Chinese government has directed and operated right here on U.S. soil.”...