Wanying Zhang was just the tip of the iceberg: The Chinese government is ramping up spy recruitment across the US — and threatening people’s families if they don’t sign on

A prominent expert warns that China’s ruling Communist Party is systematically targeting American democratic values and technological leadership as part of a coordinated strategy. The claims highlight concerns over foreign influence on U.S. institutions, innovation, and global standing. Analysts suggest the efforts pose a long-term challenge to American economic and political systems. The discussion follows growing scrutiny of cross-border ideological and economic competition.

"It is a whole party effort by the CCP to undermine the American way of life and threaten American innovation and dominance," an expert told The Post.