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Block Chinese ownership of U.S. critical infrastructure and strategic assets
“We will stop China from owning America—no farmland near bases, no control of our power, ports or telecom.”
In the works Promise Date: 18 Jan 2023 Promise Deadline: Indefinite
Promise Details

Trump’s Agenda 47 platform pledges sweeping restrictions on Chinese ownership in the United States—covering farmland, ports, energy grids, telecommunications, mineral resources, and other strategic assets. The promise frames Chinese investment as a national-security risk and envisions both a halt on new acquisitions and forced divestitures of existing holdings. The plan emphasizes broad executive and legislative actions: revoking procurement access for companies with PRC ties, banning sensitive land purchases near U.S. bases, tightening CFIUS reviews, and expanding export controls. Trump’s team argues these steps would reduce supply-chain dependence and protect the homeland from foreign leverage. Critics warn such measures are legally and diplomatically complex and could provoke retaliation. Farmers, governors, and business groups split—some fear chilling effects on capital and trade; others want clearer guardrails. The administration has floated rulemaking and bills, but full implementation will likely require Congress. As of 2025, directives exist but no permanent nationwide law yet.

Current status

As of November 8, 2025: tighter reviews and directives pursued, but no comprehensive nationwide divestment/bans enacted; implementation remains partial and depends on Congress and rulemaking.

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