"AP report reveals China's growing influence in Utah"

China's influence campaign in Utah has been successful in building relationships with officials and winning legislative and public relations victories. Utah lawmakers have delayed legislation Beijing didn't like, nixed resolutions conveying displeasure with China's actions, and expressed support in ways that enhanced the Chinese government's image. China's success in Utah shows "how pervasive and persistent China has been in trying to influence America," said a retired FBI counterintelligence agent. Experts say Beijing's campaign is widespread and tailored to local communities, and part of a broader trend of targeting "sub-national" governments.