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Bondi ends FBI effort to combat foreign influence in U.S. politics


Published on 2025-02-06 19:20:39 - MSN
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  • Attorney General Pam Bondi halted a federal law enforcement effort to combat secret influence campaigns by China, Russia, and others that try to sow chaos in U.S. politics.

The FBI has concluded its investigation into foreign influence in U.S. politics, known as Operation Crossfire Hurricane, without finding evidence of a coordinated conspiracy between the Trump campaign and Russia. The operation, which began in 2016, was criticized for its methods and for potentially overstepping legal boundaries. Despite the lack of conclusive evidence of collusion, the investigation did reveal instances of Russian interference in the election through hacking and disinformation campaigns. The closure of this investigation marks a significant moment as it shifts focus towards other national security threats, while also prompting discussions on the FBI's investigative practices and the political implications of such probes.

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