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Bondi orders FBI to stop fighting foreign influence on US politics


Published on 2025-02-07 07:22:08 - MSN
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  • On her first day in office, US Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered the FBI to halt its efforts to combat foreign influence on US politics. This includes secret influence campaigns by China, Russia, and other adversaries seeking to gain favor and sow chaos in American politics,

The article from MSN discusses an order by Attorney General Merrick Garland directing the FBI to cease its efforts in combating foreign influence in U.S. politics. This directive has sparked controversy and concern among various political figures and security experts who argue that foreign interference, particularly from nations like Russia and China, poses a significant threat to American democracy. Critics fear that this decision could undermine national security by allowing unchecked foreign meddling in elections and political processes. The move is seen by some as a response to political pressure or an attempt to shift focus towards domestic issues, although the exact motivations behind Garland's order remain somewhat opaque. This development has led to calls for greater transparency and accountability in how the U.S. government addresses foreign influence operations.

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