State & Local Agencies Went All-In On Chinese Telecom Gear Despite Federal Ban

 In 2021, state and local governments continued to acquire all sorts of products designated a threat to national security by the US government

• There were more than 600 procurements in 2021, and no indication that they have stopped
• The largest buyer was a mid-size public university in Michigan, which invested $15 million in Huawei

Between the lines

• Chinese telecom equipment is generally less expensive than gear from non-Chinese companies, making it an appealing procurement option for cash-strapped local U.S. agencies
• Local agencies also often lack the in-house technical expertise and procedures to understand and address the threats posed by foreign technology

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