US: Chinese National Sentenced for Smuggling Weapons to North Korea

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Above: The North Korean national flag flutters in the wind on a flagpole. Image copyright: Maksim Konstantinov/SOPA Images/Getty Images

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The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

This case demonstrates the serious national security threats posed by foreign agents operating on American soil. Wen's eight-year sentence sends a clear message that the U.S. will aggressively prosecute those who illegally export weapons to hostile nations like North Korea. The $2 million payment shows how well-funded these operations can be and how vigiliant we must remain.

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Establishment-critical narrative

The lengthy prison sentence highlights America's harsh treatment of individuals caught in complex international situations. Wen's lawyers described him as a "lowly agent" in "desperate financial straights" rather than the sophisticated operative prosecutors portrayed. These cases also feed into a hysterical narrative about Chinese nationals and spying, which is unfounded.

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