Summary
Members of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) in New York have had contact with officials from China's Communist Party. They discussed visits to China and took positions favorable to China. However, the minutes from their meetings do not show any illegal activity.
Key Facts
- The DSA members held discussions with Chinese Communist Party officials.
- These discussions were about anti-imperialism and avoiding sensitive topics for China.
- There were visits discussed, including plans to improve relations with China.
- Chinese officials did not attend the DSA meetings but met members in China.
- The group's activities do not indicate any illegal actions but raise questions about Chinese influence.
- The internal documents revealing these details date back to 2021.
- Zohran Mamdani, a New York City official and longtime DSA member, was not present at these meetings.
- The Chinese Embassy in Washington emphasized the importance of local cooperation in China-U.S. relations.
