Linda Sun is a former Democrat aide in the New York state government, having worked for both Governor Andrew Cuomo and Governor Kathy Hochul. She has recently come under scrutiny due to a 65-page indictment unsealed against her. The indictment alleges that Sun engaged in a scheme to use her political positions to benefit the Chinese government. Specifically, it accuses her of accepting money in exchange for promoting Chinese interests and not registering under the Foreign Agents Registration Act. Sun has been arrested and charged by the FBI, according to media reports.
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The indictment also reveals that Sun’s brazenness extended beyond her official duties. Even after being fired from the New York State government, she continued to present herself as a Democrat government representative at various events. The state government eventually issued a cease-and-desist letter to stop her from misrepresenting her position.
According to legal documents, Sun is charged with various offenses, including attempting to prevent New York from recognizing the Taiwanese government and participating in activities to influence New York’s policies in favor of China. The indictment also reveals that Sun and her husband used illicitly obtained funds to acquire significant assets, including luxury homes and vehicles.
Born in the People’s Republic of China, Sun immigrated to the U.S. at a young age and was naturalized as a U.S. citizen. Her early political career began with campaign work for Grace Meng, a U.S. Congresswoman, and she later held influential roles in the New York state government with Democrats, including as Deputy Chief Diversity Officer under Cuomo and Deputy Chief of Staff under Hochul.
The indictment sheds light on a complex case involving alleged foreign influence, money laundering, and a troubling connection to the Chinese government and paints a picture of a deeply compromised public official whose actions may have significantly aided the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
Adam Molon, a journalist with extensive knowledge of the situation, appeared on Wednesday’s WarRoom to discuss the details of this story.
“It’s a staggering indictment,” Molon noted, emphasizing Sun’s roles within the New York State government. Initially, she served as the deputy chief diversity officer under Cuomo and later as the deputy chief of staff for Hochul.
These positions gave her substantial influence over state affairs, which she allegedly leveraged to benefit the PRC.
One of the most striking accusations against Sun involves her efforts to suppress any recognition of Taiwan by the New York State government, aligning with the PRC’s stance that Taiwan should not be acknowledged as a separate entity.
Molon explained, “She squelched the relations between New York State and the Taiwanese government and bragged about it to her PRC government contacts.” This act, among others, underscores the extent to which Sun was allegedly willing to go to serve Beijing’s interests.
The financial aspect of the indictment is equally alarming. Sun and her husband are accused of amassing significant wealth through their dealings, including purchasing a $4 million mansion on Long Island, a $2 million condo in Hawaii, and a fleet of luxury vehicles. Molon detailed the dubious financial transactions that facilitated these acquisitions: “Her husband ran a seafood export business, and with Linda’s PRC contacts, exported seafood to China, peddling influence.” Despite these business ventures, their income was insufficient to justify their lavish lifestyle, suggesting that much of their wealth may have been laundered.
“She was so brazen that even after being fired, she continued to represent herself as a part of the New York State government,” Molon pointed out.
Molon emphasized the long-term strategy of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in compromising individuals within the U.S. political system. “If the PRC is willing to invest this much in a member of a governor’s staff, think of how pleased they must be with their investment,” he warned, drawing attention to the broader implications of such influence operations.
The indictment of Linda Sun not only raises questions about the integrity of those in public office but also highlights the persistent and insidious nature of foreign influence in American politics. As this case unfolds, it will likely serve as a stark reminder of the vigilance required to protect national interests from external manipulation.
For more context, watch Adam Molon on the WarRoom:
