Russia, China, Iran all meddling in US elections, undermining democracy

Hosted by Marisa Lagos Sep. 05, 2024 Election 2024

The Department of Justice is making a big push to curb Russia’s interference in U.S. elections, something we’re also seeing from Iran and China.

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Credits

Guest:

Emily Harding - Director of the Intelligence, National Security, and Technology Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies

Host:

Marisa Lagos

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Stephen Gregory, Angie Perrin, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Nihar Patel

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