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EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 32 MIN

The Spy Who Fooled the FBI for 20 Years — A True Story I China Insights

from China Insights · host Jen

In one of the most unusual espionage cases ever reported, a single individual managed to maintain close contact with key figures inside a major counterintelligence system for nearly two decades.In this episode, we reconstruct the timeline of the case — from early investigations and recruitment decisions to the critical moments when warning signs appeared but were not fully acted upon. Drawing on publicly reported information, we explore how relationships, trust, and institutional blind spots can intersect in unexpected ways.More than just a story about one individual, this case raises deeper questions about how intelligence systems operate — and what happens when those systems fail to detect vulnerabilities over time.#Espionage #FBI #Investigation #TrueStory #Intelligence #Security #Analysis

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