“Fujian-registered ship exposed to selling traitors on official website”

Audience friends, welcome to watch the New Tang Dynasty Express. Today is April 3, Thursday in the Eastern Time Zone.

Today’s focus: “Five Traitors” on CCP Official Website – Wang Yi and Wang Xiaohong Listed, Is There a Hidden Agenda in the Fujian Trials at Sea? The truth behind the white mist breaks propaganda bubble; Suspected of disloyalty to Trump’s agenda, several members of the National Security Commission rumored to be fired; Stock market plunges after tariffs, Trump claims surgery successful, patient stronger; Lai Ching-te’s inauguration celebrated across the sea, a Chongqing resident unexpectedly sentenced by the CCP.

First, there has been news recently that a hacker organization announced they had breached the official websites of multiple military departments and news agencies within the CCP, and released a list of “Five Traitors” and their crimes under the name of “CCP National Security Department.”

On March 27, the hacker group “Anonymous 64” announced on Platform X that they had infiltrated multiple websites within the CCP, including: the CCP Military Industry Research and Development Technology Association, Guilin Aviation Technology Institute, the office of the Military-Level Manned Space Engineering, as well as China International News, One Belt One Road Trade Mall Registration Service Center, Talent Recruitment Platform, Henan Yin Ruins Museum.

The hacker group, under the guise of “CCP National Security Department”, published a list of five senior CCP officials, calling them CCP-nurtured “traitors” and stating that the end result will be a “dead end.” The list includes: CCP Propaganda Department Director Li Shulei, Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong, Director of the National Development and Reform Commission Zheng Zhajie, Vice Premier He Lifeng, and Foreign Minister Wang Yi.

The announcement made by the group stated that Li Shulei’s crime is “controlling news and public opinion, completely blocking the people’s access to information channels, imposing internet censorship all over, only allowing propaganda”;

Wang Xiaohong’s crime is “responsible for maintaining stability, abusing power to pursue across provinces, turning the public security system into a violent machine for the ruling class”;

Zheng Zhajie’s crime is “willfully implementing policies that harm the people, leading private enterprises into crisis, with a soaring youth unemployment rate”;

He Lifeng’s crime is “unbalanced decision-making triggering stock market crashes, plummeting real estate market, flight of foreign capital, bank bankruptcies, companies facing waves of closures”;

Wang Yi’s crime is “conducting wolf warrior diplomacy, leading to withdrawal of foreign investment, technological blockades, tariff encirclement, pushing China into the abyss of international isolation.”

“Anonymous 64” also called for “taking down the Communist Party, rebuilding a new China.”

In 2023 and 2024, this hacker group had infiltrated CCP official websites multiple times to release anti-communist content.

On September 23, 2024, the CCP National Security Department accused “Anonymous 64” of being controlled by the Taiwan Info-Comm Electronic Army, “Environmental Analysis Center,” aiming to launch a cognitive war on the mainland. The National Security Department claimed to have filed investigations against three of its current members.

In response, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense and Executive Yuan Chief Su Rong-tai refuted the accusation as unfounded. Taiwan’s Info-Comm Electronic Army also responded, stating that the accusations are false, and it is the CCP that is the primary disruptor of regional peace and stability.

Recently, commercial satellites captured images of the CCP’s first electromagnetic catapult-type aircraft carrier, “Fujian,” undergoing sea trials. However, a photo circulated by Chinese netizens sparked rumors that the “Fujian” was conducting a “full-ship impact test,” indicating that the official deployment was in its final stages.

The photo shows the “Fujian” turning to the right, with a conspicuous white mist near the starboard side. Initially, some Chinese netizens speculated that it might be water spray generated by an explosion at sea, suggesting that the “Fujian” was conducting a “full-ship impact test.” CCP media also reported that anti-impact tests are typically conducted as the final tests before a warship enters service. The method involves burying explosives underwater near the warship, then detonating them to test the ship’s impact resistance.

The “full-ship impact test” is a standard test done before the finalization of new types of warships in Europe and the United States, but the CCP rarely conducts such tests, having only tested them twice on old type destroyers 051D and 052D. New type 055 destroyers and all aircraft carriers have not undergone the “full-ship impact test” before being put into mass production.

However, based on a video of the U.S. Navy’s Ford-class aircraft carriers’ full-ship impact test, it was quickly evident that the white mist in the photo near the “Fujian” was too large, roughly equivalent to three lengths of the ship on its left and right sides. If this was an explosion cloud, it might be a huge explosion on a scale exceeding 2000 tons, far beyond the needs of a ship test. Additionally, the “Fujian” was making a high-speed turn, which is inconsistent with the requirements of an impact test.

For example, the USS Gerald R. Ford conducted three full-ship impact tests in 2021, detonating 18 tons of explosives underwater at a depth of 100 to 300 meters, equivalent to a magnitude 3.9 earthquake, simulating the carrier’s performance in combat situations. The carrier would be stationary during the test, with sensors placed all over the ship and all personnel on duty, assessing the ship’s structure’s ability to withstand the explosive impact, as well as analyzing the impact on equipment and personnel.

Considering multiple analyses, the “white mist” next to the “Fujian” is more likely just a cloud coincidentally appearing near the aircraft carrier. Isolated cloud formations at sea are not uncommon, and it’s merely coincidental that it’s near the “Fujian,” creating an illusion of a water column.

According to a report by Axios on April 3rd, on Thursday, Trump fired multiple directors of the National Security Council. Prior to this, Trump met with right-wing activist Laura Loomer and received a “loyalty report.”

The Congressional Hill reported that on the 2nd, Trump met with Loomer in the Oval Office, where she submitted a research report indicating that several Trump administration officials were not sufficiently loyal to his “Make America Great Again” agenda, recommending dismissal. It was reported that Vice President JD Vance, Chief of Staff Suzie Wiles, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, and Presidential Personnel Office Director Serio Gor also attended the meeting.

Loomer confirmed her meeting with Trump on Platform X, writing, “It was an honor to meet with President Trump and present my research findings. I will continue to support his agenda and emphasize the importance and necessity of robust reviews to protect the President and our national security.”

However, out of respect for Trump’s privacy and the Oval Office, Loomer stated she would not disclose the details of the meeting.

NSC spokesperson Brian Hughes declined to comment on the meeting and related firing events, stating that the White House would not discuss personnel matters.

Sources told Reuters that those being fired include senior directors David Feith responsible for technology and national security, and Brian Walsh overseeing intelligence affairs. Additionally, it was mentioned that another senior director for legislative affairs, Thomas Boodry, was also dismissed.

It was pointed out that Deputy National Security Adviser Alex Wong may also be fired, as Loomer had publicly raised questions about his loyalty to Trump. Still, it is estimated that National Security Advisor Waltz would oppose this move.

At the beginning of Trump’s second term, Waltz ordered a “comprehensive review” of the National Security Council staff to ensure smooth implementation of Trump’s “America First” agenda.

According to Radio Free Asia, on Wednesday (March 26), Chongqing human rights activist Chen Mingyu was sentenced to two years and six months in prison by the Yubei District Court in Chongqing on charges of “picking quarrels and provoking trouble.” Chen Mingyu has currently filed an appeal, and her family and supporters hope for continued international attention.

On May 20 last year, when Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te officially took office, Chen Mingyu and over twenty other human rights activists gathered in Chongqing to celebrate, but were subsequently summoned by the authorities, and many were detained. Chen Mingyu was formally arrested on July 4.

According to rights activist networks, after the judge announced the verdict, Chen Mingyu expressed shock and anger in court, maintaining her innocence, and immediately filed an appeal. She said that all activities she participated in were in line with the rights granted by the constitution, adding that it is the accusations by the public security and judicial authorities that are the actual illegal actions. On the day of the hearing, Chen Mingyu’s son Yuan Chang was also present. Upon hearing that his mother was sentenced to two and a half years in prison, he was emotionally distressed, believing he had been deceived and threatened by the police, failing to disclose his mother’s detention in time, indirectly leading to the outcome.

According to Radio Free Asia, a friend of Chen Mingyu, Mr. Song, stated on April 2 that Chen Mingyu’s sentencing shows an escalating crackdown on human rights activists by the authorities. Mr. Zhou from Chongqing stated that the local government is becoming increasingly sensitive to public gatherings, fearing that attendees may criticize the government.

Chen Mingyu’s human rights activities stem from injustices suffered by her family. Over twenty years ago, her brother Chen Minghua was shot dead by the police in a land dispute and his body forcibly cremated, with his ashes still being detained. In 2014, the local government forced the demolition of the Chen family’s residence, leading Chen Mingyu to petition everywhere, continually exposing government corruption, and consequently facing oppression multiple times.

Global financial markets were adversely affected on Thursday, with the U.S. stock market experiencing its largest impact from President Trump’s latest and most severe series of tariffs to date.

As of 11:50 am Eastern Time on April 3, the S&P 500 index fell by 4% at lunchtime, marking the largest single-day drop since the outbreak of the pandemic in 2020. Additionally, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped by 1,412 points, a 3.3% decrease, and the Nasdaq index fell by 5.1%.

With global concerns about tariffs potentially leading to inflation and economic growth slowdown, nearly all financial markets saw declines. From crude oil to large-cap tech stocks, even the value of the U.S. dollar against other currencies experienced drops. Even the price of gold fell, which recently hit a historic high as investors sought safer assets.

Vice President Vance stated on Fox News early Thursday, “President Trump is leading the economy in a different direction, a mindset he held when he ran for office. I won’t sidestep that, but we need a massive change.”

The CCP, facing tariffs that would result in a 54% tariff, urged the U.S. to immediately lift unilateral tariff measures and resolve trade disputes through dialogue. However, the White House stated that the tariff issue is non-negotiable. White House Press Secretary Levitt told the media that the President made it clear yesterday this is not a negotiation; it’s a national emergency. “They’ve exploited American workers. They’ve shipped our jobs overseas. The President is putting a stop to this behavior.”

On social media on April 3, President Trump posted, “The surgery is over!” and stated that the “patient” survived and became stronger, seemingly commenting on the equal tariffs issue.

On April 2, the White House website published an article titled “President Trump’s Bold Trade Actions Praised,” listing at least 76 individuals and groups praising President Trump’s tariff actions.

Thank you for watching this edition of the New Tang Dynasty Express. Until next time.

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