Kash Patel: “In China alone, we've had over a 50% increase in espionage…”

“Just as a snapshot, but just so people don't think we're focusing on violent crime alone, the national security mission, Mr. President, your leadership has never been stronger. We have gone after espionage activities against our main counterparts in China, Russia and Iran. In China alone, we've had over a 50% increase in espionage and arrests alone in prosecution. In Iran, we have had a 50% increase again in espionage cases. And in Russia, we've had a 33% increase in espionage cases alone.” (13:50–13:57)

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