Security fears spark crackdown on Chinese tech
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The federal government is taking steps to reduce the presence of some Chinese technology firms in American markets.
Earlier this month, AT&T scrapped a deal with Chinese phone maker Huawei, reportedly as a result of pressure from anonymous U.S. lawmakers who cited national security concerns. Reuters reported this week that lawmakers are now pressing AT&T to sever all of its commercial ties with Huawei.