Last year, America narrowly dodged a bullet aimed straight at our national security. The culprit? A disturbing attempt by the Chinese Communist Party-linked Fufeng Group to acquire prime land just a stone’s throw from Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota. This brazen move wasn’t simply business as usual—it was a strategic gamble by Beijing to exploit vulnerabilities in America’s federal oversight of foreign land purchases. Thankfully, concerned citizens and vigilant local leaders sounded the alarm, halting the sale in its tracks.
Yet the threat remains. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has systematically leveraged economic power as a weapon, seeking footholds near sensitive military installations, intelligence hubs, and critical infrastructure. This isn’t paranoia—it’s common sense. Allowing China to leverage our open markets and lax oversight for espionage or influence operations is a mistake we simply can’t afford.
That’s why Senate Republicans on the Banking Committee have introduced the Protect Our Bases Act—a straightforward, commonsense measure to close loopholes and strengthen our defenses against foreign adversaries seeking to infiltrate America’s backyard. This bill would explicitly block Chinese entities from purchasing land near sensitive U.S. military bases, intelligence sites, and national laboratories. It doesn’t merely patch a bureaucratic oversight; it fortifies America’s sovereignty and national security.
Democrats, beholden to globalist ideologies and corporate interests, have long downplayed or outright ignored the threat posed by China. President Trump’s America First agenda has always emphasized economic patriotism and national security, recognizing that an open door policy with China inevitably exposes America to Beijing’s malign ambitions. Under President Trump’s decisive leadership, our nation has finally begun to reverse decades of appeasement and neglect in confronting the CCP threat.
On Wednesday, Senate Banking Committee Republicans introduced the Protect Our Bases Act, which is intended to fix the security oversight to ensure the Chinese cannot acquire land near sensitive military, intelligence, and national laboratory sites.
Predictably, left-wing critics will cry foul, labeling this prudent measure as xenophobic or protectionist. They will conveniently ignore the troubling realities of CCP infiltration efforts, the espionage scandals, intellectual property thefts, and the relentless push by Beijing to undermine America’s global leadership. Conservatives must stand firm and reject these tired objections. Protecting our national security isn’t “racist” or “xenophobic”; it’s a fundamental duty of responsible governance.
As Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas stated plainly, “Allowing Chinese entities linked directly to the Communist Party to buy land near our military bases is not only foolish—it’s reckless. The Protect Our Bases Act puts American interests first and ensures our military installations remain secure.” Senator Cotton’s straightforward assessment cuts through the noise and underscores the critical importance of this legislation.
The CCP’s aggressive attempts to gain economic leverage and strategic positioning within the United States represent a clear and present danger. We must recognize the urgency of this threat, holding accountable those who would prioritize economic profits or ideological platitudes over America’s sovereignty and security.
Now is the time for patriotic Americans to demand congressional action. The Protect Our Bases Act isn’t merely a piece of legislation—it’s a line in the sand, signaling to China and other adversaries that America’s national security is non-negotiable. President Trump has consistently championed this message, putting America’s interests first and refusing to bow to the globalist elites who profit from China’s expansionism.
We cannot afford complacency on this issue. Ensuring that our military installations remain secure and free from foreign infiltration is essential to maintaining America’s strength and independence. Senate Republicans have stepped forward, offering a clear solution to a serious problem. Every member of Congress, regardless of party, must now choose between protecting America’s national security or appeasing Beijing.
The Protect Our Bases Act is a crucial step—one that puts America first. Let’s support it unequivocally, and send an unmistakable message to Beijing: American security is never for sale.
