Iran Emerges as a Top Disinformation Threat in U.S. Presidential Race

Published On Sep 4, 2024, 11:30 AM

The article discusses Iran's increasing disinformation efforts aimed at influencing the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Unlike past tactics, Iran is now using multiple fake media outlets to undermine the credibility of American democracy and to sow discord among its citizens. These actions are seen as part of a larger strategy to discredit both major American political candidates, including former President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden. U.S. officials, including Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines, have raised concerns about these activities, warning Americans to be cautious of online interactions with unfamiliar accounts.

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