John Moolenaar.
American politician
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What's happening
Active this week
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Politicians in Michigan support pro-tariffs and pro-ICE policies, while Rebecca Amidon seeks election to represent the state.Some support1 report
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Kristi Noem's policy change affects legal status while John Moolenaar voted against a House bill.Some support1 report
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Moolenaar urged the Pentagon to expand research restrictions and asked Pete Hegseth to expand the security blacklist.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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US government officials and lawmakers are pushing for funding restrictions targeting Chinese schools and institutions like Tsinghua University.Some support2 reports
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University of New Haven runs a joint engineering program on the Xi’an University of Posts and Telecommunications campus, which John Moolenaar calls for termination.Some support1 report
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John Moolenaar chairs a US House Select Committee regarding the ongoing US semiconductor supply chain crisis, potential full-scale invasion of Taiwan, and PLA access concerns.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Amidst the Trump administration's influence, Senator John Moolenaar is actively working to introduce measures blocking Chinese firms from acquiring advanced chip technology.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Senator John Moolenaar, in the context of the Strategic Competition Committee, sent a letter regarding China policy, focusing on the work of the Strategic Competition Committee.Some support2 reports
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Co-chaired committee urges investigation into scam industry, addressing operations in Southeast Asia.Some support2 reports
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John Moolenaar and Zach Nunn co-sponsored a resolution to honor the victims of the September 11 attacks.Some support1 report
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Co-sponsored legislation is underway to standardize rail emissions, pitting national standards against existing state rules in California and Michigan.Some support1 report
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Interagency body convened by White House assessed risks to US national security. Moolenaar warned against CCP ties to Chinese robots. FCC blocked foreign robots from American market.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Moolenaar warns against PLA research ties and sponsors legislation with Harrigan to criticize CCP links.Some support1 report1 development inside
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BIS guidance references Macau for licensing requirements, urging enhanced enforcement of export controls.Some support1 report
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In Michigan, incumbent John Moolenaar remains in office, while Andrew Beeler secured the Republican nomination and Brendan Johnson won the Democratic primary. Additionally, local funding was approved in Bay County.Some support2 reports
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John Moolenaar sponsored a bill affecting long-term care costs in Washington State.Some support1 report
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John Moolenaar criticized Ford's partnership with Chinese automaker Geely regarding the cooperation agreement.Some support2 reports
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Co-chair of the House China committee, John Moolenaar wrote to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick regarding policy concerns, who defended the approach via Semafor.Some support2 reports
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Wildfires are causing smoke that affects air quality, while political figures including Jack Bergman, John Moolenaar, and John James are mentioned.Some support1 report
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Steve Schroeder leads the Big Rapids Fire Department operations, which received federal funding secured by John Moolenaar.Some support1 report
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CCP targeted local governments like Arcadia, while Eileen Wang was accused of acting as an illegal agent, prompting warnings from John Moolenaar.Some support10 reports1 development inside
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Ambrose testified against DOGE's contract cancellations while running against John Moolenaar in a local election.Some support1 report
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The CCP is reportedly seeking to exploit the US patent system for economic leverage, while Rep. Moolenaar continues to drive legislation focused on US security.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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Lawmakers, including John Moolenaar and Josh Gottheimer, introduced legislation aimed at closing an export loophole.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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John Moolenaar is seeking ways to hold the Chinese Communist Party accountable for alleged atrocities committed in China.Some support1 report
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John Moolenaar urged Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to restrict biotech investment.Some support1 report
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Around John Moolenaar this week
News at the entities that move John Moolenaar most-
Republicans StructuralPolling data shows Democrats leading Republicans, while Trump faces low support and base anger regarding party leadership.Moves John Moolenaar
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United States Congress StructuralA play was staged revisiting the political history of a Congresswoman.Moves John Moolenaar
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Brian Mast OperationalSpeculation is underway regarding the replacement of Brian Mast in Congress.Moves John Moolenaar
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Darrell Issa OperationalDarrell Issa is retiring from Congress, and Brookings Institution analyzed vehicle miles traveled in California.Moves John Moolenaar
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Josh Gottheimer OperationalCato Institute analyzed Indian backlog while Josh Gottheimer called for an end to per-country caps.Moves John Moolenaar
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Rick Scott OperationalElection challenges and ballot issues affect Senate races in Broward County, involving lawsuits and political contests.Moves John Moolenaar
Connections
The 40 strongest of 67, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Chinese Communist Party Operational
Moolenaar utilizes his legislative and oversight roles to publicly criticize and introduce legislation targeting the CCP's activities and influence.
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Republicans Structural
John Moolenaar holds a leadership and membership role within the Republican party structure.
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China Operational
Moolenaar actively uses his political platform to advocate for policies aimed at restricting China's technological and market dominance.
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Harvard University Operational
John Moolenaar uses his congressional position to investigate and criticize Harvard University's research ties to China.
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Big Rapids Transactional
Moolenaar successfully used his office to secure federal funding for a fire department operating in the Big Rapids area.
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Brian Mast Operational
John Moolenaar and Brian Mast co-chaired a committee urging investigation into the scam industry.
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Josh Gottheimer Operational
Lawmakers Moolenaar and Gottheimer are co-leading bipartisan legislation on export loopholes and AI chip controls.
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Ambrose Operational
The two entities are engaged in a direct political competition for a specific office.
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Ford Operational
Legislator John Moolenaar actively comments on Ford's business practices regarding its ties to the Chinese auto industry.
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Donald Trump Operational
Moolenaar uses his position to apply political pressure on the Trump administration regarding technology and chip controls.
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Rick Scott Operational
As fellow lawmakers, they jointly advocate for policy actions urging the SEC to restrict Chinese companies.
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Pat Harrigan Operational
The two individuals are actively collaborating on legislative matters, specifically co-sponsoring bills.
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CCP Structural
Moolenaar's committee is formally investigating CCP regarding trials in China, focusing on technology backdoors.
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Dan Newhouse Transactional
The two individuals are currently co-sponsoring a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing illicit trade issues.
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Jay Obernolte Operational
The two individuals are actively partnering on specific legislative initiatives, including bills targeting Chinese robotics and standardizing rail emissions.
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Changxin Memory Technologies Operational
Lawmaker John Moolenaar has publicly raised concerns regarding alleged military ties between Changxin Memory Technologies and Chinese state interests.
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Howard Lutnick Operational
Lawmaker John Moolenaar directly urged Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to intervene regarding policy concerns.
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Eli Lilly and Company Operational
Moolenaar is investigating Eli Lilly's clinical trial operations, particularly those related to China.
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BIS Operational
Moolenaar is actively urging BIS to enhance the enforcement of relevant export controls.
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DHS Structural
A serves as a key member of the oversight body related to DHS.
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United States Congress Structural
John Moolenaar performs legislative functions, such as introducing bills, within the structure of the United States Congress.
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Darrell Issa Operational
Darrell Issa and John Moolenaar co-chair a committee and introduce legislation focused on national security.
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ByteDance Structural
A's institutional body (US Congress) is formally scrutinizing B regarding foreign influence and operational compliance.
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Department of Health & Human Services Operational
A's legislative work creates a functional mandate for B regarding specific scientific studies.
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PENTAGON Operational
John Moolenaar has urged the Pentagon to expand research restrictions.
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House Structural
John Moolenaar is a member of the House and participates in its legislative actions.
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Goldman Sachs Operational
Moolenaar has publicly accused banks, including Goldman Sachs, of supporting IPOs.
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War Department Operational
John Moolenaar actively seeks to influence the War Department regarding funding restrictions.
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Marco Rubio Operational
The relationship is characterized by a shared focus on cooperating with entities involved in Chinese state-backed companies.
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Pete Hegseth Operational
The two individuals actively coordinate their political influence to promote specific policy changes, such as defense bans and security list expansions.
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Ro Khanna Operational
John Moolenaar and Ro Khanna formally coordinate as co-chairs of the House China committee.
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University of New Haven Operational
John Moolenaar called on the University of New Haven to terminate a joint program.
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Financial Times Mentioned together
The Financial Times reports on the demands made by lawmaker John Moolenaar.
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TSMC Operational
John Moolenaar advocates for government export controls targeting TSMC.
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Guo Jiakun Operational
Guo Jiakun has publicly accused John Moolenaar's panel of fabricating claims.
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Beijing Shared context
Moolenaar's political actions involve warnings and investigations regarding practices in Beijing.
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Webull Operational
John Moolenaar criticized Webull regarding the company's ties to China.
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Morgan Stanley Transactional
Moolenaar accused banks, including Morgan Stanley, of supporting the Shein IPO.
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OpenAI Mentioned together
A discusses B as a case study within the context of foreign influence in US digital ecosystems.
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People’s Liberation Army Operational
John Moolenaar has publicly warned the People's Liberation Army against research ties.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
5 events- Politicians in Michigan support pro-tariffs and pro-ICE policies, while Rebecca Amidon seeks election to represent the state.
- Kristi Noem's policy change affects legal status while John Moolenaar voted against a House bill.
- Moolenaar urged the Pentagon to expand research restrictions and asked Pete Hegseth to expand the security blacklist.
- US government officials and lawmakers are pushing for funding restrictions targeting Chinese schools and institutions like Tsinghua University.
- University of New Haven runs a joint engineering program on the Xi’an University of Posts and Telecommunications campus, which John Moolenaar calls for termination.
September 2026
4 events- Senator John Moolenaar, in the context of the Strategic Competition Committee, sent a letter regarding China policy, focusing on the work of the Strategic Competition Committee.
- Co-chaired committee urges investigation into scam industry, addressing operations in Southeast Asia.
- John Moolenaar and Zach Nunn co-sponsored a resolution to honor the victims of the September 11 attacks.
- Co-sponsored legislation is underway to standardize rail emissions, pitting national standards against existing state rules in California and Michigan.
August 2026
4 events- Amidst the Trump administration's influence, Senator John Moolenaar is actively working to introduce measures blocking Chinese firms from acquiring advanced chip technology.
- Moolenaar warns against PLA research ties and sponsors legislation with Harrigan to criticize CCP links.
- BIS guidance references Macau for licensing requirements, urging enhanced enforcement of export controls.
- In Michigan, incumbent John Moolenaar remains in office, while Andrew Beeler secured the Republican nomination and Brendan Johnson won the Democratic primary. Additionally, local funding was approved in Bay County.
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July 2026
6 events- Interagency body convened by White House assessed risks to US national security. Moolenaar warned against CCP ties to Chinese robots. FCC blocked foreign robots from American market.
- John Moolenaar sponsored a bill affecting long-term care costs in Washington State.
- John Moolenaar criticized Ford's partnership with Chinese automaker Geely regarding the cooperation agreement.
- Wildfires are causing smoke that affects air quality, while political figures including Jack Bergman, John Moolenaar, and John James are mentioned.
- Steve Schroeder leads the Big Rapids Fire Department operations, which received federal funding secured by John Moolenaar.
- Ambrose testified against DOGE's contract cancellations while running against John Moolenaar in a local election.
June 2026
7 events- John Moolenaar chairs a US House Select Committee regarding the ongoing US semiconductor supply chain crisis, potential full-scale invasion of Taiwan, and PLA access concerns.
- Co-chair of the House China committee, John Moolenaar wrote to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick regarding policy concerns, who defended the approach via Semafor.
- CCP targeted local governments like Arcadia, while Eileen Wang was accused of acting as an illegal agent, prompting warnings from John Moolenaar.
- The CCP is reportedly seeking to exploit the US patent system for economic leverage, while Rep. Moolenaar continues to drive legislation focused on US security.
- Lawmakers, including John Moolenaar and Josh Gottheimer, introduced legislation aimed at closing an export loophole.
- John Moolenaar is seeking ways to hold the Chinese Communist Party accountable for alleged atrocities committed in China.
- John Moolenaar urged Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to restrict biotech investment.