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Trump Campaign Alleges Iran Hack Amid Vance Report Leak

Aug 11, 2024, 02:28 AM

Donald Trump's presidential campaign claims it has been the victim of a foreign hack, allegedly by Iran, following the leak of the Vance report. Trump asserts that Iran is attempting to undermine his election bid, citing his strong support for Israel and opposition to Iran and Hamas as potential motives. The Justice Department has previously accused Iran of attempting to harm Trump and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. However, Iran has officially denied these allegations, stating it has no motive or cyberattack program to interfere in the U.S. presidential elections. Contradictory claims have also emerged, with some suggesting Russia, not Iran, is responsible for the hacking.