The drums of conflict are sounding louder in Eastern Europe, and once again, the Biden administration’s disastrous legacy continues to haunt America’s strategic interests. Today, reports are emerging that Chinese mercenaries are now fighting shoulder-to-shoulder with Russian troops in Ukraine. The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is demanding answers and accountability from the State Department, as evidence mounts that Beijing’s fingerprints are all over Russia’s ongoing aggression.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently revealed explosive intelligence suggesting at least 150 Chinese nationals have been recruited by Moscow via social media platforms to fight in the embattled Donetsk region. This revelation came shortly after Ukrainian forces captured two Chinese nationals actively fighting alongside Russian soldiers. These incidents highlight a troubling escalation in the sinister alliance between China’s communist regime and Putin’s Russia.
The CCP, of course, denies any official involvement, but let’s be clear: nothing happens in communist China without the Party’s blessing. The House Select Committee rightly states in its letter to the State Department, “Given the Chinese Communist Party’s broad control in Chinese society, it is clear that Russia’s recruitment campaign of PRC nationals could not exist without at least the tacit approval of the Party.”
Make no mistake—this isn’t just about a handful of mercenaries. It’s about a growing, dangerous axis between two authoritarian superpowers determined to challenge America’s global leadership and undermine our interests at every turn. China’s economic and military support for Russia has been evident for years, accelerating dramatically since Moscow’s ill-fated invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The two nations have openly forged a “no limits” partnership, aligning politically, economically, and now militarily against the West.
The intelligence community’s latest threat assessment underscores this disturbing trend. It confirms that Beijing has actively supported Russia’s war effort, supplying dual-use technologies critical for Russian weapons systems and bolstering Russia’s defense industrial base. China’s involvement in Ukraine, therefore, should surprise no one—least of all the Biden-era bureaucrats who enabled Beijing’s boldness through years of weak policies and appeasement.
President Trump has made clear that America First policies will no longer tolerate such provocations. His administration is committed to confronting China’s aggressive posturing head-on, securing our borders, reviving American manufacturing, and ending foreign entanglements that drain our resources and distract from core national interests.
The presence of Chinese mercenaries fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine represents more than just a regional conflict—it’s a direct challenge to the stability of the free world. It signals Beijing’s willingness to escalate its involvement in proxy wars, emboldened by years of American indecision and weakness under Democratic leadership.
This is precisely why the House Select Committee is demanding clarity from the State Department. Representatives want to understand exactly what diplomatic actions are being taken to hold Beijing accountable. America deserves transparency, and the Trump administration must act decisively to confront this growing threat.
We cannot allow authoritarian regimes in Beijing and Moscow to dictate the rules of engagement or redraw global alliances unopposed. America’s national security is non-negotiable, and the Trump administration must ensure that our response to this aggression is swift, firm, and unambiguous.
As conservatives, we understand that peace through strength is the only viable path forward. Weakness invites aggression, and the previous administration’s policy failures have brought us to this moment. It’s time for bold leadership that will protect America’s interests, stand firm against our adversaries, and reaffirm our commitment to freedom and sovereignty worldwide.
The stakes are clear. Our adversaries are collaborating openly to undermine America and our allies. The Trump administration must respond decisively, sending a powerful message to Beijing and Moscow that America will not stand idly by while they threaten global stability. The time for action is now.
