The Trump administration is intensifying scrutiny of Chinese involvement in US manufacturing projects that receive federal tax incentives, as revealed by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a House Ways and Means Committee hearing. Lawmakers expressed concerns that certain manufacturers continue to rely on Chinese engineers and personnel associated with the Chinese Communist Party, potentially undermining the goal of enhancing domestic technological control. Bessent indicated that the Treasury Department is actively monitoring this issue and polling companies to ensure compliance with restrictions against Chinese influence. This investigation is particularly focused on the 45X manufacturing tax credit, which is designed to bolster domestic production in sectors deemed critical for national security. Bessent emphasized the robustness of oversight efforts and pointed to broader actions taken to limit Chinese technology access, including bans on Chinese drones and routers. The bipartisan concern in Washington reflects a growing commitment to reducing reliance on Chinese supply chains, especially in advanced manufacturing and critical technologies.