As Americans, we believe in protecting our freedoms, securing our economy, and preserving peace through strength. That’s why the findings in the U.S. Intelligence Community’s 2023 Annual Threat Assessment should serve as a wake-up call for every citizen — regardless of political party. China is not just rising — it is actively positioning itself to reshape the global order in ways that threaten American security, prosperity, and sovereignty.
China’s Global Ambition: Dominate, Divide, and Disrupt
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP), under President Xi Jinping, is pursuing a long-term strategy to:
- Push the United States out of East Asia,
- Force Taiwan into submission,
- Control critical technologies and resources,
- And spread authoritarian norms worldwide.
While Beijing may occasionally strike a conciliatory tone, make no mistake — this is not diplomacy. It is deception designed to divide our alliances and buy time for further advancement.
Military Buildup and Nuclear Escalation
China is rapidly modernizing its military. According to U.S. intelligence:
- It is expected to expand its nuclear arsenal from 500 to over 1,000 warheads by 2030.
- The People’s Liberation Army is preparing for a potential invasion of Taiwan by 2027.
- China is developing space and cyber weapons to target U.S. satellites and communications — tools that could paralyze our defenses in a crisis.
This isn’t speculation. It’s strategy. And it’s happening fast.
Cyber Warfare and Digital Espionage
China leads the world in state-sponsored cyber attacks. Its operatives have:
- Breached U.S. government and corporate networks,
- Positioned themselves in critical infrastructure in places like Guam, where U.S. forces would mobilize in a Pacific conflict,
- And exported surveillance tech to expand the reach of authoritarianism globally.
These are not just data breaches. These are battle plans in digital form.
Economic Leverage and Supply Chain Manipulation
The CCP controls the global supply of many rare earth minerals — essential for smartphones, electric vehicles, and defense systems. If tensions escalate, China could cut off these materials, triggering massive shortages in the U.S. economy.
Add to that China’s grip on pharmaceuticals and strategic manufacturing, and we are dangerously exposed.
Global Influence and Covert Pressure
China is ramping up covert operations to:
- Sway public opinion,
- Silence critics,
- Pressure U.S. lawmakers,
- And spread misinformation across social media.
This is not soft power. It’s strategic subversion — right here on American soil.
What Must Be Done — Now
At ACommonSenseAmerica.org, we believe it’s time to move from awareness to action. Here’s what we’re calling on citizens and leaders to do:
1. Secure Our Supply Chains
Bring essential manufacturing — from medicine to microchips — back to the U.S. or allied nations. No more dependence on adversaries.
2. Strengthen Our Military and Cyber Defenses
We need strategic investments in space, nuclear deterrence, cyber resilience, and the defense of Taiwan.
3. Confront Influence Operations
Increase transparency for foreign money in media, education, and politics. Expose and block covert Chinese government influence.
4. Expand Public Awareness
Educate Americans on the scale of the threat. Truth is our best defense against propaganda.
5. Unite Across Party Lines
This is not a Republican or Democrat issue. It’s an American one. National security must transcend partisanship.
