Iranian Hackers Shared Trump Campaign Data with Biden Associates, US Officials Reveal

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Iranian hackers reportedly distributed stolen information from Donald Trump’s electoral campaign to people linked with Joe Biden’s team, according to the FBI and US intelligence agencies. In late June and early July, the hackers sent unsolicited emails containing Trump campaign data to individuals associated with the Biden campaign, though there is no evidence these emails were acknowledged or responded to. This activity occurred before Biden dropped out of the presidential race, raising concerns about foreign interference in US elections.

 

In August, US officials warned that Iran aimed to "stoke discord" and erode public trust in US institutions ahead of the November election. They reported that Iran, using social engineering tactics, had sought access to both Democratic and Republican campaigns, similar to methods employed by both Iran and Russia in other international elections.

 

The FBI released a statement on Wednesday acknowledging that "Iranian malicious actors have continued their efforts since June to send stolen, non-public material associated with former President Trump’s campaign to US media organisations." Trump campaign spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt, when contacted by the BBC, claimed the hack was clear evidence of Iran’s interference in favor of Kamala Harris and Joe Biden. She added, "President Trump will restore his tough sanctions and stand against their reign of terror."

 

Leavitt further called for Biden and Harris to clarify what they knew about the material sent to their associates. “What did they know and when did they know it?” she asked. Morgan Finkelstein, a spokesperson for the Harris-Walz campaign, responded that the campaign had cooperated with authorities from the moment they became aware of the hacks. She clarified that no material had been sent directly to the campaign, and what was received appeared to be a phishing attempt targeting personal emails. Finkelstein also condemned foreign interference, stating the campaign "condemns in the strongest terms" such activities.

 

The FBI, having contacted the victims of the hack, is continuing its investigation to track and disrupt those responsible for the attack. 

 

This development comes amid renewed scrutiny over Trump’s security, following what appeared to be a second assassination attempt against him at his Mar-a-Lago golf club in Florida. Speaking about the incident, Trump told reporters, "I just have to lead my life" and expressed his determination to not let threats stop him from continuing his activities.

 

The incident follows a previous attack in July, during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where Trump was wounded by a gunman. US officials had cited an Iranian threat against Trump's life, prompting tighter security measures. Trump supporters expressed anger and concern over these incidents. At a rally in Long Island, Dina Glazer blamed Democrats and their rhetoric for the threats, while another supporter, Michelle Christ, voiced her fear that Trump was in "constant danger."

 

As tensions rise and investigations continue, the situation remains fluid, with more details expected to emerge.

 

Credit: BBC 2024-09-19

 

 

 

[stoner]

this is by far the craziest election in US history. fitting for the times we live in. 

 

 

[Tug]

I’m not buying it Harris was the AG for the state of California she would be shouting something like this from the rooftops she understands the consequences of using such information.that smacks of a disinformation campaign 

[EVENKEEL]

What a tangled web we weave. Now the democrats have terrorists helping them. 

[Captain Flack]

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[mdr224]

A vote for democrat is a vote for hamas

[Chomper Higgot]

5 hours ago, EVENKEEL said:

What a tangled web we weave. Now the democrats have terrorists helping them. 

Or at least it is alleged Iran tried to send Trump data to people associated with Biden’s campaign.

 

Ru with that.