Travelers on Air Force One ordered to throw away gifts, phones after China trip
3 hours ago
- #US-China Relations
- #Diplomatic Security
- #Espionage Concerns
- U.S. delegation, led by President Trump, concluded high-level talks with China in Beijing and departed on Air Force One.
- Before departure, White House staff and reporters were required to surrender Chinese-issued items, including burner phones, badges, and lapel pins, for security reasons, likely over espionage concerns.
- The disposal of items reflects U.S. vigilance against Chinese intelligence capabilities, amid longstanding accusations of cyberattacks and espionage by China against the U.S. and allies.