Chinese state-sponsored hackers have infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department, stealing critical documents in what is being described as a “major incident.”

By exploiting a third-party cybersecurity provider, these hackers gained access to a key used to secure a cloud-based service. This allowed them to override security measures, access government workstations, and steal unclassified but sensitive information.

The breach raises serious questions about national security and the vulnerability of government systems. While the Treasury Department scrambles to assess the damage alongside the FBI and CISA, one thing is clear: America’s defenses are being tested—and breached—by a hostile foreign power.

If foreign hackers can bypass our cybersecurity and access government systems, what does this mean for the safety of our financial institutions, infrastructure, and personal data?

The U.S. must act decisively to counter these attacks. Is enough being done to protect us? Or are we too complacent in the face of cyber warfare?

Let’s hear your thoughts below. Should there be stricter measures, sanctions, or a new approach to defending against state-sponsored cyberattacks?