FBI Raids Rappahannock Ranch of Dimitri Simes Amid Russian Intelligence Allegations

Aug 15, 2024, 10:03 PM

The FBI conducted a raid on a 132-acre Rappahannock ranch in Virginia owned by Dimitri Simes, a former president and CEO of the Center for the National Interest and an alleged operative for Russian Foreign Intelligence (SVR). Simes, who has been linked to Russian spy Maria Butina and the 2016 Trump campaign through Jared Kushner, has been a commentator on Russian state television and is reportedly living mostly in Russia. The raid reflects ongoing scrutiny of Simes' connections and activities, although he remains innocent until proven guilty.