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The Ending Chinese Lawfare Act prohibits U.S. courts from recognizing or enforcing judgments from Chinese courts that are politically motivated.

The Ending Chinese Lawfare Act aims to prevent U.S. courts from recognizing or enforcing judgments from Chinese courts that are politically motivated. This includes judgments motivated by retaliation for protected political speech, lawful exercise of governmental authority, or the exercise of rights secured by the U.S. Constitution or laws. The Act allows U.S. courts to consider factors such as the lack of judicial independence in China and public statements by Chinese officials when determining if a judgment is politically motivated. It also provides for civil actions in U.S.