Russia Meddles in US Election Again as Biden Administration Takes Action
Russia's Persistent Influence on US Elections
Russia is back at it again, attempting to meddle in the US election, with the Biden administration sounding the alarm. In a coordinated effort, several government agencies, on Wednesday, mobilized to combat alleged disinformation campaigns targeting the November election.
Russian actors are accused of operating websites and social media accounts that disseminate propaganda, propagating Russian interests. They even created fake social media personas to lend credibility to their operatives.
Details of the Alleged Campaign
- In one instance, a Russian-controlled media outlet financed a Tennessee company, gaining millions of views on YouTube videos.
- The Department of Justice noted an alleged command by the Russian government to direct local companies to spread propaganda.
- This operation aimed to undermine support for Ukraine while boosting Russian interests.
As part of their efforts, the US government announced the ongoing seizure of 32 internet domains related to a specific influence campaign dubbed “Doppelganger.” This campaign is said to violate US money laundering and trademark laws.
The alleged undertakings were orchestrated by members of President Vladimir Putin's inner circle, creating media brands or mimicking existing ones for the express purpose of disseminating propaganda.
The Justice Department convened a task force meeting focusing on election threats, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation.
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