Chinese Influence on American Politicians and Tim Walz

Tim Walz's Extensive Connections to China Under Renewed Spotlight

An unearthed letter penned by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, now the Democratic vice-presidential nominee, highlights his past interactions with China and is raising eyebrows amidst concerns over foreign influence.

As the U.S. prepares for the election today, attention has turned to Walz's documented engagements with Chinese leaders and institutions, as Fox News reports.

In 2021, Walz wrote a letter to the Minnesota International Chinese School that was shared on their YouTube channel, where he discussed the long history of interactions between Minnesota and China. He spoke of fostering educational, trade, and investment opportunities between the two, reflecting a relationship built over decades.

The Director of National Intelligence has labeled U.S.-based Chinese consulates, like the one Walz interacted with, as active in foreign influence operations.

The governor’s frequent visits to China, which include personal and professional trips such as his honeymoon in 1994 and a teaching stint in 1989, have also been highlighted. His favorable comments on the Chinese Communist system during a 1991 educational session have raised eyebrows.

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