U.S. Army Soldiers Accused of Selling Military Secrets to China
This is a shocking and deeply concerning case—three U.S. Army soldiers, including two active-duty and one former soldier, have been charged in a scheme to sell sensitive military information to China. The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced their indictment, revealing disturbing details about how they allegedly gathered and transmitted classified data.
The accused individuals—Jian Zhao, Li Tian, and Ruoyu Duan—were arrested in Oregon. Zhao and Tian were both stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, while Duan had previously served in the military. According to prosecutors, these men worked together to collect and transfer sensitive information, including classified military documents and technical manuals related to U.S. Army weapon systems. This included details on Bradley and Stryker fighting vehicles, as well as critical information regarding the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS).
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Zhao, an Army supply sergeant, allegedly went even further—he is accused of conspiring to obtain and sell classified hard drives marked "SECRET" and "TOP SECRET." Authorities claim he negotiated the sale of these hard drives to individuals in China, accepting payments of at least $10,000 for his actions. He also allegedly attempted to sell a stolen government computer and additional military documents.
Attorney General Pam Bondi condemned the accused soldiers, stating they "betrayed our country" by aiding a foreign adversary. The FBI, which played a key role in the investigation, emphasized that protecting national defense secrets is one of its highest priorities. FBI Director Kash Patel assured that the individuals involved would "face American justice" for their actions.
This case highlights the serious national security threats posed by espionage and the selling of sensitive information to foreign nations. The DOJ has made it clear that anyone engaging in such acts will face severe consequences.
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