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18 September 2026

Hill investigates after F-35 parts diverted to Hong Kong

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Hill investigates after F-35 parts diverted to Hong Kong

Sensitive F-35 fighter jet technology was unexpectedly diverted to Hong Kong this summer, sparking an inquiry on Capitol Hill and raising the possibility that China could have access to key components ...

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