Ousted cyber chief warns of sweeping China hacks

Tim Haugh, the retired and ousted former head of the NSA and U.S. Cyber Command, told 60 Minutes that China has penetrated U.S. networks at scale, even small-town utilities, posing a national threat. He cited an FBI-notified breach in Littleton, Massachusetts, where intruders stole credentials and lay dormant, potentially endangering water systems. Haugh warned the campaign aims to gain leverage in a crisis by distracting the U.S. at home. After recent cyber-defense departures under President Trump, Haugh’s April firing drew criticism from Sen. Mike Rounds. The White House said it is assessing exposure and mitigating damage.

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