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The nation’s top spies said Russia is continuing to target the U.S. political system

Overview

"The nation’s top intelligence chiefs were united Tuesday in declaring that Russia is continuing efforts to disrupt the U.S. political system and is targeting the 2018 midterm elections, following its successful operation to sow discord in the most recent presidential campaign."

Why is this important?

Illustrates the continuing role of Russian online disinformation attacks on the American political system.

Creator

Ellen Nakashima
Shane Harris

Publication Date

February 13, 2018