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Today, we're diving into the growing threat of China's global ambitions with renowned China expert, Gordon Chang,

from China's troubling alliance with Iran, particularly at this time, including suspicious cargo flights and a $400 billion

partnership, to espionage, to bio-weapons smuggling, to farmland purchases near United States

military bases, we're going to explore all of it. Or also, by the way, that recent announcement

from FBI director Cash Patel that China potentially sought to

influence the 2020 election, what's that about? What do you need to know? We'll also talk about

China's desire and, you know, looking at Taiwan as well. Where does President Trump's resilient

and strong attack against Iran leave those ambitions?

So we've got a lot to unpack, a lot to get into, and who better to talk about all

things China than Gordon Chang? Stay tuned.

Well, Gordon, it's great to have you on the show.

First time on the show, obviously a lot's been happening in the world.

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