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U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) has been appointed to the Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and Chinese Communist Party, also known as the "Select Committee on China." Johnson served on this committee in the previous Congress.

"China poses many unique threats to America’s food security and national security," stated Johnson. "Their attempts to influence America and grow their presence around the world should be a growing concern to many. I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue this important work with the Select Committee to get tough on China."

Johnson has been an active opponent of China's influence in America. He leads efforts to protect U.S. infrastructure from China, restrict China's ability to purchase American farmland, address the fentanyl crisis attributed to China, and safeguard ocean shipping from Chinese malpractice.

Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) remarked, "The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) represents the most significant national and economic security threat of our time, and I am proud to continue leading the Select Committee as we build on the essential bipartisan work of the 118th Congress." He added, "With the appointment of this exceptional group of members, we are strengthening our efforts to combat the CCP’s growing influence around the world and protect our freedom and way of life. I am grateful to Speaker Johnson for his support and partnership, and I am confident that, together, we will advance policies that keep the United States strong and secure as we confront China’s increasing challenges to our national security."

The House Select Committee is tasked with evaluating threats posed by China's government to U.S. economy and national security while proposing strategies for a robust American future.