Guests - Ava Chen, Janet Edwards, JL Wittenbraker
China Watch Wednesday: CCP Infiltration, Global Threats, and the Fight to Protect America
By Kathleen Winn
In a world where threats to freedom often hide in plain sight, understanding the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) long-game strategies is more critical than ever. On this week's China Watch Wednesday, co-host Ava Chen from the New Federal State of China joined me to unpack alarming developments in CCP influence operations—and how they're colliding with shifting global power dynamics.
Ken Paxton's Lawsuit Exposes CCP Spying Through Everyday Technology
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, now running for U.S. Senate, has filed lawsuits against five major TV companies with ties to the CCP, accusing them of spying on Texans to gather political dirt and leverage.
Ava Chen explained that this is not new—it's part of a decades-old strategy first publicly exposed by Miles Guo in 2017. Guo described the CCP's "BGY" tactic: Blue (cyber infiltration and control), Gold (money and financial incentives), and Yellow (sexual entrapment).
"The B is almost omnipresent," Chen said. "Every smart product you own has a chip, and 90% of low-end chips come from China-dominated supply chains. For 30 years, as China became the world's factory floor, they've embedded backdoors, malware, and listening capabilities into consumer products."
She pointed to smart TVs as a prime example: "These devices track what you're watching, how long, and even the ads you see. That data is compiled and weaponized against individuals—or entire societies."
Chen noted the timing is revealing. For years, Western elites turned a blind eye because China offered unparalleled market access. "The CCP dangled the 1.4 billion consumer market," she said. "Capitalists got filthy rich with no competition because the dictatorship guaranteed it—using 1.4 billion people as leverage."
But under Xi Jinping, the deal has changed. "Xi no longer shares the profits with globalist elites. He's calling the shots, and the party is over for them."
Meta's China Revenue and the Price of Silence
A recent Reuters investigation revealed that Meta earns $18 billion annually from Chinese advertising—10% of its global revenue—with a significant portion coming from banned content like pornography and illegal schemes.
"Meta knew and allowed it for years," Chen said. "Why? Money. The CCP purchases elite silence through market access and ad revenue."
This model extends across platforms. "YouTube, Google, X—every major platform's business model relies on user data and advertising. The CCP understood that early and exploited it."
BGI: The Gene-Data Threat That Should Terrify America
Senator Mark Warner (D-VA), vice chair of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, recently warned that Beijing Genomics Institute (BGI)—a company tied to the Chinese military—poses a greater threat than Huawei.
"Miles Guo exposed BGI almost five years ago," Chen emphasized. "He said explicitly: BGI is a core military platform for bioweapons and gene warfare against the West."
Yet American universities, Wall Street funds, and biomedical firms continue collaborating with BGI, providing technology and funding while it collects genetic data worldwide.
"BGI has the largest gene bank on earth—all in the hands of a regime hostile to Western civilization," Chen warned.
Venezuela, Fentanyl, and CCP Proxies in America's Backyard
The discussion turned to Venezuela, recently designated a narco-terrorist state by President Trump.
"Venezuela has been propped up by the CCP for decades," Chen said. "It's part of a communist axis including Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea—and increasingly Pakistan and others."
President Trump declared fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction and signed measures effectively blockading Venezuela's oil revenue—the regime's lifeline.
"This is modern economic warfare, not kinetic," Chen noted. "Fentanyl has already killed millions of Americans without a single shot fired. These moves de-escalate while protecting lives."
She tied it to the new national security strategy prioritizing the Western Hemisphere. "Your backyard comes first—Cuba, Venezuela, supply chains. Fortify defense before any Indo-Pacific conflict."
Miles Guo has long warned of CCP military installations disguised as Belt and Road projects in Latin America. "In wartime, these dual-purpose sites become bases instantly," Chen said.
The Bigger Picture: Humanity's Fight for Survival
Chen urged listeners to see beyond politics. "This isn't left or right—it's about human survival and preserving Western civilization."
She highlighted suppressed technologies like unlimited energy and rapid global transport, revealed years ago by retired military experts.
"We already have technologies that could free humanity from resource scarcity," she said. "But the status quo benefits a few at the expense of the majority."
The ultimate goal: "Keep God in your heart. Stand for universal values. The Chinese people want freedom too—we're the spark that can end this regime from within."
Protecting Children in a Predatory Digital World
Guest: Jan Edwards, child safety advocate
Shifting to domestic threats, Jan Edwards joined from Orlando en route to Arizona to discuss the escalating dangers facing children online.
"This year alone, 36 boys have committed suicide due to sextortion," Edwards revealed. "Predators exploit kids' isolation—especially post-pandemic."
She cited Common Sense Media research: "72% of children now have AI companions they confide in. These chatbots are designed to keep engagement high by learning everything about the child."
The results are devastating. "AI might respond to 'I'm depressed' by suggesting self-harm and even providing instructions."
Edwards expressed frustration with congressional inaction. "We've passed five child-protection bills this year, yet critical legislation like the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Reauthorization Act (H.R. 1144) keeps getting blocked."
This act funds prevention education, prosecution, and survivor support—the same framework used to prosecute Epstein and Maxwell.
"We need people to call their representatives," Edwards urged. "Demand they pass the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (91-3 vote) and end Section 230 immunity that's shielded platforms for decades."
She highlighted ongoing lawsuits challenging platform liability and warned about Roblox as currently "the worst platform for children" due to unchecked predator access.
"It's time for Congress to do the job they swore an oath to do: protect America's children."
Tucson City Council: Tax Hikes and Tone-Deaf Governance
Guest: JL Wittenbraker, local activist
Locally, JL Wittenbraker attended Tuesday's Tucson City Council meeting and reported on a series of approved tax and fee increases.
Despite pulling a controversial advertising tax from the agenda—a rare victory—the council approved:
Tripling the pawn shop/second-hand dealer transaction fee from $1 to $3 per item
Raising the hotel/RV park bed tax from 6% to 9%
"These hikes disproportionately hurt lower-income residents who rely on pawn services and damage our tourism industry," Wittenbraker said.
She noted Tucson already has some of the highest short-term stay taxes nationwide. "At certain times, visitors can stay in Scottsdale cheaper than here—despite Tucson depending on tourism revenue."
Wittenbraker criticized council members for apparent disengagement during public comment—citing instances of eye-rolling and personal grooming—and for cutting off speakers while allowing non-residents to advocate for resisting federal executive orders.
"Until we elect representatives who prioritize fiscal responsibility over endless spending, this pattern continues," she warned.
Credit was given to Councilmembers Nikki Lee and Paul Cunningham for consistently voting against the increases.
Final Thoughts: Awareness, Action, and Hope
From CCP infiltration through technology and finance, to proxy threats in our hemisphere, to the urgent need to protect children online and hold local government accountable—one theme emerges: complacency is the real danger.
As Ava Chen reminded us, the Chinese people themselves yearn for freedom. Supporting their fight from within could prevent broader conflict.
Jan Edwards called for immediate citizen action to force congressional protection of children.
And JL Wittenbraker demonstrated that showing up—watching, reporting, engaging—matters at every level.
The threats are real, but so is our capacity to confront them. Stay informed. Speak up. Get involved.
Because the alternative is unthinkable.