Wendy Cutler, a former trade official under President Obama, has been frequently featured in the media as a critic of former President Trump's tariff policies. However, her connections to a pro-China influence group raise questions about her impartiality.
Media Presence: Cutler has appeared on CNN and NPR as an expert against Trump's tariffs, emphasizing her experience in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and her current role at the Asia Society.
Chinese Influence Group: Cutler is listed as an international adviser for the Center for China and Globalization (CCG), a Beijing-affiliated think tank. This relationship is documented in various records where her role is confirmed.
Omissions in Testimony: When advising Congress on trade policy, Cutler did not disclose her ties to CCG, despite being asked if she was an adviser to any organizations related to the topics discussed. The implications of this omission are significant.
Nature of CCG: CCG is described as part of China's United Front, which aims to promote Chinese interests abroad discreetly. It engages with foreign influencers to shape policies favorably towards China.
The absence of transparency regarding Cutler's ties to a pro-China advisory role questions her credibility as an independent expert in discussions about U.S.-China trade policy. Media and congressional bodies should investigate these discrepancies to clarify her affiliations.
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