New York Expels China's Consul General Amid Espionage Charges

China's consul general in New York has been expelled following charges against a former aide to New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who allegedly acted as an agent for the Chinese government. Governor Hochul confirmed her request for the expulsion, stating the consul general is no longer part of the NY mission.

China's consul general in New York has been expelled, according to a report by CNN on Wednesday. This development follows charges against a former aide to New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who was accused of secretly acting as an agent of the Chinese government.

During an event on Tuesday, Governor Hochul stated she had conveyed her desire for the consul general's expulsion. She added, "I have been informed that the consul general is no longer in the NY mission."

(With inputs from agencies.)