A US congressional committee has unveiled details of investigations targeting dozens of researchers, many of whom are Chinese-American, highlighting increased government scrutiny within academic institutions regarding alleged connections to China. The released documents, totaling hundreds of pages, accompany a report from the House Select Committee on China, entitled “How to Stop China’s Theft of Taxpayer-Funded Research”. This report challenges claims from universities and academic organizations opposing stricter regulations. The investigations center on concerns about the potential theft of taxpayer-funded research by China. The committee's actions indicate a significant effort to address national security concerns related to the transfer of sensitive information and intellectual property. These developments underscore growing tensions surrounding scientific research and its potential ties to foreign governments within the United States.