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Public commenter warns commissioners about alleged transnational repression and urges support for legislation
Summary
In public comment, Tianan Zheng told the Morrow County commissioners he believes the Chinese Communist Party is targeting Falun Gong practitioners, disrupting Shen Yun performances and engaging in transnational repression; he urged support for legislation he identified as 'S 817' and offered to provide documentation.
During the public‑comment portion of the Morrow County Board of Commissioners meeting, resident Tianan Zheng delivered an extended statement alleging transnational repression by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Zheng described a range of claims including what he characterized as attacks on Falun Gong practitioners, alleged organ harvesting, threats against Shen Yun performers and attempts to influence media and event organizers. He said his group has documented hundreds of incidents and urged local officials to support legislation he identified as "S 817," which he said has passed the House and is awaiting Senate action. Zheng offered to provide evidence to the board and said he and his group have traveled to multiple counties to raise awareness.
Commissioners and audience members thanked Zheng for speaking; one commissioner expressed sympathy and said he would pray for the commenter. Meeting participants also discussed that the session was recorded and would be available for later review.
The claims made during the comment are those of the speaker. The board did not make factual findings during the comment period, and no official action related to the allegations was taken during the meeting.
