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FCC bans import of new consumer routers made overseas, citing security risks

Make sure to keep your router firmware updated. 

FCC bans import of new consumer routers made overseas, citing security risks

"......The order, published late Monday, said the import ban will “include all consumer-grade routers produced in foreign countries.” The FCC said the order does not affect imports or usage of existing routers, but new devices may be granted an exception if the Departments of Defense or Homeland Security approve.

The FCC claimed foreign-made routers “pose unacceptable risks” to U.S. national security, referring to a threat from China-backed hacking groups Volt, Salt, and Flax Typhoon.

According to Reuters, China is said to command around 60% of the market for consumer routers, which connect homes and businesses to the internet.

The FCC said it was taking action because malicious hackers have exploited flaws in foreign-made routers to attack U.S. households, disrupt networks, and enable cybercrime and surveillance......"

https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/24/fcc-bans-import-of-new-consumer-routers-made-overseas-citing-security-risks/

The FCC Just Banned the Sale of New Wi-Fi Router Models Made Outside US

"....The order is shocking because it goes beyond merely banning routers from TP-Link, a Chinese-affiliated brand that US officials claim poses a security risk. The FCC issued today's order citing a “national security determination” issued by the Trump administration on Friday. The four-page document says: “Routers in the United States must have trusted supply chains so we are not providing foreign actors with potential built-in backdoors to American homes, businesses, critical infrastructure, and emergency services.” ...

https://www.pcmag.com/news/fcc-just-banned-the-sale-of-new-wi-router-models-made-outside-us

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Trump Just Told Israel AND NATO NO! — Here's Why

We've been conditioned to expect quick solutions and for life to go on like it was without change. We seem to be watching a long game being played out which will bring more freedom for both the US and the world. I've found standing back out of the emotional chaos and taking an objective look gives the best perspective.

SLAPPED DOWN: Trump Just Told Israel AND NATO NO! — Here's Why

https://youtu.be/95AuuvPKMj8?si=VUCJjn_5_xlJo6Kh

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MADURO IMPLICATES PENCE AND PELOSI IN THE INVESTIGATION INTO THE MASSIVE 2020 ELECTION FRAUD !

MADURO IMPLICATES PENCE AND PELOSI IN THE INVESTIGATION INTO THE MASSIVE 2020 ELECTION FRAUD !

"The former Venezuelan president, Nicolas Maduro, told federal investigators that Mike Pence and Nancy Pelosi were 'flooded' with MILLIONS OF DOLLARS, luxury vehicles, expensive jewelry, and GOLD COINS by Maduro's narco-terrorist regime, in exchange for refusing to authorize an investigation into the MASSIVE FRAUD that occurred during the 2020 elections via voting machines and software bought and paid for by  Venezuela, known as Dominion and Smartmatic......"

https://x.com/brain_stimulus/status/2032877884537257999?s=52&t=IyIY4xAeceU-M6cjLPhTAg

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