Are Chinese students in US a threat?

FBI chief's claim in hearing condemned as 'irresponsible' racial generalization

Recent testimony at a congressional hearing singling out Chinese students and scholars as a threat to US national security has prompted a strong response by Chinese-American politicians and other groups.

The comments were made last week in Washington during the US Senate Intelligence Committee's annual open hearing on the greatest threats facing the US. During the session, a host of intelligence community leaders shared concerns about dangers around the globe.