Veiled Secrets: Chinese Illegal Border Crossings Surge by 7,000% - Behind the Curtain, China Holds the Answers

Federalist senior contributor Helen Raleigh offers a stark perspective on the accusations leveled against China regarding the fentanyl crisis and the surge of Chinese immigration into the U.S. She warns that unaddressed crises have a tendency to multiply, creating a vicious cycle of chaos and new challenges.

President Joe Biden's border crisis has spawned several additional crises, with one issue standing out prominently. The alarming statistic reveals a staggering 7,000% increase in Chinese nationals illegally crossing the southern border since 2021, with the numbers projected to escalate further. Despite this exponential rise, the reasons behind it remain shrouded in mystery, known only to China.

Border Patrol apprehension figures paint a stark picture of the escalating trend: from 342 in 2021 to a staggering 24,125 in 2023, with 2024 on track to surpass even these numbers. What's particularly disconcerting is the demographic profile of these migrants, predominantly comprising military-age males.

Given the inherent threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party, one would expect rigorous interrogation and investigation by the Department of Homeland Security. However, the lack of comprehensive action suggests a reluctance to confront this issue head-on, a pattern mirrored in other border-related crises.

Despite the gravity of the situation, media attention often veers towards politically correct terminology rather than addressing the core challenges. This diversionary focus only serves to obscure the urgent need for effective action and accountability.

In a recent House floor address, Speaker Mike Johnson drew attention to the influx of "military-aged single men" entering the U.S. via the southern border, particularly from adversarial nations. However, his remarks faced criticism from a Washington Post columnist who argued that Johnson's language painted immigrants as inherently dangerous, playing on fear rather than facts.

This tendency to focus on semantics rather than substantive issues is emblematic of broader media priorities, where accountability for the Biden administration's shortcomings takes a backseat.

At the very least, one would expect U.S. intelligence agencies to investigate the underlying reasons behind this surge. It's known that migrants utilize platforms like WeChat and Douyin for guidance on border crossing—both platforms controlled and monitored by the Chinese Communist Party. This raises concerns about China's complicity in facilitating this exodus.

Given China's history of espionage and infiltration in the U.S., from spy balloons to hacking operations, it's naive to assume that they won't exploit the border crisis for intelligence gathering.

With the Chinese Communist Party's unique threat to the U.S., one would anticipate rigorous interrogation of these migrants by the Department of Homeland Security. Yet, many seem satisfied with superficial explanations, attributing Chinese migration to economic hardship and COVID-19 crackdowns.

While these factors may contribute to some individuals' decisions to leave China, we cannot overlook the potential strategic motivations behind this mass migration. It's imperative to look beyond surface-level explanations and recognize the broader geopolitical implications at play.

Recently, a Chinese national was apprehended for illegally entering the U.S. and attempting to breach security at a Marine Corps base in California. This incident is not isolated; the Wall Street Journal reports over 100 similar cases involving Chinese nationals attempting to access American military and other installations in recent years. The question arises: are these individuals merely seeking economic opportunity, or is there a more sinister motive at play?

The responsibility falls on the American intelligence community to provide answers to the American people. This crisis cannot be brushed aside as just another facet of the broader border issue. While migrants from various countries converge at the border, it's crucial to recognize that only one country poses the primary threat to the United States.

Jeremy Hunt, a former U.S. Army intelligence captain and West Point graduate, emphasizes the urgency of this matter. As chairman of Veterans on Duty, a nonprofit organization dedicated to national security, he underscores the need for vigilance in addressing the specific threat posed by Chinese nationals infiltrating sensitive installations.

The stakes are high, and complacency is not an option. Intelligence officials must prioritize this issue and prevent it from being overshadowed by broader concerns. The security and integrity of American military bases and installations demand nothing less.

In conclusion, the infiltration of American military and other installations by Chinese nationals demands immediate attention from the intelligence community. This is not merely a border issue; it is a matter of national security. As Jeremy Hunt rightly asserts, the threat posed by these individuals cannot be downplayed or ignored. With their expertise and resources, intelligence officials must delve deeper to uncover the motives behind these incursions and take decisive action to safeguard our nation's interests. The safety of our military personnel, the integrity of our installations, and the security of our country depend on it.