U.S. accuses California woman of spying for China, surveilling Taiwan leader's son

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The Justice Department said ‌Zhang travelled to Seattle in 2025 at the ​direction of Chinese officials and subsequently sent them photos, video and license plate information of ⁠the Taiwanese leader's son and his family…

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  • The Justice Department said ‌Zhang travelled to Seattle in 2025 at the ​direction of Chinese officials and subsequently sent them photos, video and license plate information of ⁠the Taiwanese leader's son and his family…
  • Reported by The Hindu and published Mon, 05 Oct 2026 03:53:34 UTC.

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