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national-security2 years ago•2 min saved

"Flannery Associates' Secretive $1 Billion Land Purchase Near Travis Air Force Base Raises Transparency Concerns"

Flannery Associates LLC, a company that has purchased nearly $1 billion worth of land near Travis Air Force Base, is facing skepticism and concerns from federal officials. The company's acquisition of 55,000 acres of dry farmland in Solano County has raised suspicions about its intentions, with local and federal officials questioning the lack of transparency. Rep. Adam Smith and Rep. John Garamendi are advocating for greater transparency and reporting requirements for land purchases near military bases to ensure national security is protected. The concern is that undisclosed ownership could potentially pose a threat if connected to a foreign adversary.

via KABC-TV|

#foreign-investment #land-acquisitions #national-defense-authorization-act

national-security2 years ago•3 min saved

Concerns Raised as 'Mystery Company' Acquires $800M Land near Travis Air Force Base, Threatening National Security

The United States Air Force is investigating a company, Flannery Associates LLC, that has purchased $800 million worth of land near Travis Air Force Base, raising concerns about national security. Despite an eight-month investigation, the government has been unable to identify the individuals behind the company or rule out any potential threats. Congressman John Garamendi has expressed alarm, believing that the land's proximity to the critical military base could facilitate spy operations or other nefarious activities. The company's acquisitions have raised suspicions, as they have paid significantly higher prices for the land than others. The lack of transparency and the inability to determine the motives behind the purchases have further fueled concerns.

via KABC-TV|

#flannery-associates-llc #investigation #land-acquisition

national-security2 years ago•3 min saved

Concerns Raised as 'Mystery Company' Acquires $800M Land near Travis Air Force Base, Threatening National Security

The United States Air Force is investigating a company, Flannery Associates LLC, that has purchased $800 million worth of land near Travis Air Force Base, raising concerns about national security. Despite an eight-month investigation, the government has been unable to identify the individuals behind the company or rule out any threat to national security. The extensive and secretive nature of the land acquisitions, which now control three sides of the base, has prompted concerns that the land could be used for spying or other nefarious activities that could impact the base's operations. The company claims to be a group of American families diversifying their portfolio, but Congressman John Garamendi remains skeptical and questions the secrecy surrounding the purchases.

via KGO-TV|

#concerns #investigation #land-acquisition