It’s been called the worst telecom breach in U.S. history…
And it’s far worse than anyone imagined…
Chinese hackers, identified as part of the “Salt Typhoon” group, have successfully infiltrated the phones of high-profile U.S. officials, including President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance.
I and millions of others have seen our phones disabled… unable to call because of a telecom compromise.
But the scope of this breach is staggering and goes well beyond individuals being impacted. The full consequences are still unfolding and much more dangerous to all Americans.
Here are 3 shocking facts you need to know about this unprecedented hack:
- Our Telecom Networks Are Still Compromised—We Must Replace Infected Telecom Tech
The cyberattacks may still be inside key telecom networks. Removing these intruders could require an overhaul of our entire telecom infrastructure, with experts estimating the need to replace thousands of routers and switches across the country. This is a massive and ongoing security threat. - Hackers Listened to Calls and Read Text Messages
Shockingly, the hackers didn’t just breach systems; they could also listen to calls and read text messages sent through regular telecom services. Maybe yours.
While encrypted communications (like Signal and iMessage) were safe, standard phone conversations and texts were vulnerable—potentially exposing sensitive political and security discussions.
3. Hackers Targeted Top Officials, Including Trump and Vance
China specifically targeted national security officials, politicians, and staff – including key figures like President Trump and Vice President Vance. This sophisticated espionage effort was aimed at gaining critical insight into U.S. government operations, potentially jeopardizing national security at the highest levels.
This breach is a wake-up call about the vulnerabilities in our telecom infrastructure and the increasing threat from foreign adversaries like China, Iran, North Korea, and other enemies.
With critical systems still compromised, the Trump administration must act swiftly to reinforce cybersecurity and protect sensitive communications. And determine the current safety of our telecom systems.
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