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Chinese Official Accidentally Reveals Vast Influence Operation Through ChatGPT Use

The Chinese operative used Open AI’s ChatGPT to help plan an operation to undermine Japan’s pro-Taiwan prime minister as part of the broader operation against potential threats to the Chinese Communist Party.

Outside Contributor

Feb 24, 2026 65

The Media’s Latest Anti-ICE Hoax Falls Apart

Media portray Seamus Culleton as an ICE victim, but court records and charges tell a far different story.

Matt Lamb

Feb 24, 2026 14

Attacks on Police Rising

Attacks and ambushes against law enforcement are rising nationwide, raising urgent concerns about public safety, political incitement, and the survival of the rule of law in America.

Robert B. Charles

Feb 21, 2026 6

Do Purges of Top Chinese Military Officials Reveal Cracks in Xi Jinping’s Armor?

Mass purges inside China’s Communist Party and military are raising questions about instability at the core of Xi Jinping’s rule.

Ben Solis

Feb 18, 2026 33

REPORT: Researchers in Top U.S. Labs Have Ties to Chinese Communist Party

A new report identifies 21 Chinese nationals in U.S. research institutions with alleged ties to the Chinese Communist Party, raising concerns about national security and taxpayer-funded defense research.

Sarah Katherine Sisk

Feb 17, 2026 49

Don’t Believe Media Lies – Americans Still Back Immigration Enforcement

Immigration enforcement polling shows most Americans still back deportations and border security after Metro Surge.

Adam Johnston

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