"Phillips told the agents on WhatsApp he was 'semi-retired but with connections in high places', before meeting them in both London and at Lakeside Shopping Centre in West Thurrock, Essex, on 9 May 2024."
NJ private eye sentenced to six months for espionage, while Chinese spy got probation
Lawmakers strongly oppose the 18-month sentence given to private investigator McMahon for allegedly spying for China, questioning accountability standards.