US Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi urges Americans to remove Chinese-made wireless routers, particularly TP-Link, from their homes. He warns of cybersecurity risks these devices might pose, including possible exploitation by hackers to attack critical infrastructure. Growing concerns over vulnerabilities in Chinese technology have led to increased scrutiny and efforts to limit its use in critical sectors.
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China said Monday it hopes an upcoming visit by the French foreign minister would see the countries deepen cooperation in a world facing "turbulence and transformation". French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot is set to visit the Chinese capital Beijing and economic powerhouse Shanghai on Thursday and Friday, his first visit since becoming the country's top diplomat last year.
Pete Hegseth has been confirmed as the new US secretary of defense after a 50-50 Senate vote. Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote in his favor. Hegseth, a former Army major and Fox News host, faced major opposition from Democrats and some Republicans due to past allegations and controversial remarks. His supporters praise his military experience and commitment to a stronger defense policy.
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Jerce Reyes Barrios, a Venezuelan seeking asylum in the US, claimed he was mistakenly deported to El Salvador as part of a crackdown on the Tren de Aragua gang. He claims a tattoo of his favourite soccer team Real Madrid led to confusion as Feds thought it was a Tren de Aragua sign but DHS said it was not only that tattoo that got him deported.
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