CRS report frames congressional debate on 5G risks for the Pentagon

By Rick Weber / February 26, 2020 at 8:30 AM
A Congressional Research Service report lays out specific questions for lawmakers to consider in developing policies to manage the risks to the Pentagon and military operations from next-generation 5G networks, particularly amid heightened concerns about threats from China. "What impact would the use of Chinese 5G infrastructure by allied and partner nations have on military effectiveness and interoperability?" the report states in offering a "potential" question for lawmakers in shaping U.S. policy. "Should the United States limit intelligence sharing with...

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