Chapter
Security clearance and lobbying
53:50 - 1:01:07 (07:16)
A discussion about the challenges that individuals would face when seeking a security clearance, especially if their family was engaged in business dealings with the Chinese government. The conversation also touched on former members of Congress who become lobbyists once their term is over.
Clips
Dianne Feinstein's former driver, said to have been recruited as a spy by Chinese Intelligence, went on to have links to Silicon Valley, further raising concerns about espionage.
53:50 - 55:54 (02:03)
Espionage
Summary
Dianne Feinstein's former driver, said to have been recruited as a spy by Chinese Intelligence, went on to have links to Silicon Valley, further raising concerns about espionage.
ChapterSecurity clearance and lobbying
Episode#19 Peter Schweizer - China's Influence Over the United States
PodcastShawn Ryan Show
The government needs to think beyond the next year and consider long-term strategies, however the focus at the top-level is often on short-term goals.
55:54 - 1:01:07 (05:13)
Politics
Summary
The government needs to think beyond the next year and consider long-term strategies, however the focus at the top-level is often on short-term goals. It's important to be aware of the limitations of political decision-making.