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FBI Investigates Chinese Intel-Linked Hackers Targeting Phones of Trump, Vance, Harris Campaign

Oct 25, 2024, 08:53 PM

Chinese government-linked hackers, believed to be associated with Chinese intelligence services, have reportedly targeted phones used by former President Donald Trump, his running mate Senator JD Vance, and people affiliated with Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign. The hackers infiltrated American telecommunications networks, including potentially Verizon's systems, as part of a broader espionage operation known as "Salt Typhoon" that has deeply penetrated U.S. communications infrastructure. The FBI has launched an investigation to determine the extent of the breach and what communications data, if any, was accessed or observed. A Wall Street Journal reporter was also among those targeted by the hackers. Officials indicate that dozens of firms and individuals may have been affected by the hacking campaign.