Three Iranian nationals have been indicted for hacking into the campaign of former President Donald Trump, stealing emails, and sharing them with the news media. This led to accusations from Iran, denial of involvement, and an ongoing investigation by U.S. officials. The hack is part of a broader effort by Iran to influence U.S. elections, with Russia and China also engaging in similar interference tactics. The goal of these foreign governments is to sow discord and undermine democracy in America. U.S. officials are working to combat these efforts and protect the integrity of the election process. In a related incident, American journalist Ken Klippenstein published stolen documents from Trump’s campaign, which had previously been unsuccessful in getting media coverage. Separately, two RT employees were indicted for covertly influencing American politics through social media platforms. The Justice Department is actively investigating foreign interference in the 2024 election and urging Americans to be vigilant in the face of disinformation. The ongoing threat of foreign interference is seen as a serious concern that requires continued scrutiny and proactive measures to safeguard American democracy.
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Three Iranians indicted by U.S. for hacking Trump campaign
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