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U.S. DOJ and FBI Investigate Americans Tied to Russian State TV Ahead of November Election

Aug 21, 2024, 10:07 PM

The U.S. Department of Justice, alongside the FBI, has initiated a comprehensive criminal investigation into Americans who have collaborated with Russian state television networks. This move is part of a broader strategy to counteract Moscow's influence operations in the lead-up to the November presidential election. The investigation highlights an aggressive approach to mitigating the Kremlin's interference in U.S. electoral processes. Russian state media, including RT, has been identified as a channel for disseminating propaganda on American soil. This effort underscores the U.S. government's commitment to safeguarding the integrity of its democratic systems.