Burgess Owens: “Chinese government is a real and potent rival to the United…”

“Mr. Owens. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. It's no secret Chinese government is a real and potent rival to the United States. They're exploding openness of our higher education system by manipulating their citizens, influencing our institutions and still taxpayer funded research that often has national security implications.” (00:04–00:09)

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