"Rising Concerns: China's Growing Influence and Misinformation Tactics"

Researchers and government officials have raised alarms over covert Chinese accounts posing as American supporters of former President Donald J. Trump, spreading conspiracy theories, stoking domestic divisions, and attacking President Biden ahead of the November election. This signals a potential shift in Beijing's tactics to influence American politics, targeting specific candidates and parties. The accounts, linked to a long-running network connected with the Chinese government, have been identified as part of a disinformation campaign reminiscent of Russia's efforts before the 2016 election.