Lawmakers Crack Down On Another University
National Security Concerns Grow Over U.S. Research Access by CCP-Linked Students
Two Republican lawmakers from Michigan are demanding that Duke University immediately end its partnership with Wuhan University, citing grave national security threats and the risk of sensitive U.S. research falling into the hands of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
CCP Influence in American Classrooms?
Reps. John Moolenaar and Tim Walberg, both GOP leaders focused on national defense and foreign influence, warned that Wuhan University is “not just another college.” In their letter to Duke President Vincent Price, they wrote:
“Wuhan University operates as a direct extension of the Chinese military and intelligence services.”
The lawmakers highlighted that many students from Duke Kunshan University (DKU)—a joint program with Wuhan University—are allowed to study on U.S. soil at Duke, where they can access federally funded research and innovation.
America’s Innovation Pipeline at Risk
“The CCP has a long history of exploiting the openness of U.S. academic institutions,” they warned. “This partnership creates a dangerous pipeline between American technological breakthroughs and China’s military-industrial complex.”
The concern isn’t theoretical. The DKU website features a full page dedicated to military training, including images of students in uniform conducting combat drills and weapons training. The fact that Duke University’s name is associated with this type of activity has sparked outrage.
“It’s unacceptable,” the congressmen said. “It’s appalling that a respected U.S. university would be linked to People’s Republic of China (PRC) military programs.”
Duke’s Response Raises Eyebrows
In a brief statement, Duke University acknowledged receipt of the letter and stated it “respects Congress’ oversight role” while vowing to “further educate lawmakers” on the university’s global mission.
But critics say that’s not good enough.
Protecting America’s Future
With CCP aggression rising, and as China continues to infiltrate U.S. institutions, many Americans believe it’s time to take a stand. Schools that benefit from American taxpayer dollars should not be granting access to individuals tied to adversarial regimes.
“This is about more than education,” Walberg said. “It’s about safeguarding America’s national security, intellectual property, and global leadership.”
BOTTOM LINE: U.S. institutions must choose a side — America or the Communist regime in Beijing.
