The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has set up a new national security unit to counter threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and other foreign adversaries.
Launching the Council for National Security (CNS) on March 13, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the United States is facing “a persistent and constant threat from foreign adversaries, particularly the CCP.”
“These bad actors are always exploring ways to breach our networks, devices, and technology ecosystem. It is more important than ever that the FCC remain vigilant and protect Americans and American companies from these threats,” he said.
The CNS will be tasked with helping the chairman reach a three-part goal in coordination with national security personnel across the government and in Congress....