Category: Russia

Trump Dismantles Government Fight Against Foreign Influence Operations

The Trump administration has reassigned or forced out several dozen government employees who had been working to fight foreign interference in U.S. elections at multiple agencies, according to current and former officials.
Is Russia Open for Business — and at What Cost?

Investors seem open to the prospect of peace talks, but Western companies face a dilemma just three years after many retreated from the country.
Right-Wing Crusade Against USAID Has Been Fueled by Falsehoods

As the Trump administration works to dismantle the aid agency, right-wing influencers have flooded the internet with falsehoods about its work.
A Goth Band’s Journey From Screams to Whispers

Before its members went into exile, IC3PEAK was one of the most notorious musical acts in Russia. Now, it’s pivoting to a more gentle sound.
Russian Disinformation Campaigns Eluded Meta’s Efforts to Block Them

A new report details how a covert influence operation linked to the Kremlin continued to place ads on Facebook despite U.S. and E.U. prohibitions on doing business with the organization.
Trump Treasury Pick Scott Bessent to Face Grilling

Scott Bessent, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice to be Treasury secretary, will be in charge of steering the president’s economic agenda if confirmed by the Senate.
Biden Administration Adopts Rules to Guide A.I.’s Global Spread

New rules aim to keep advanced technology out of China and to ensure that cutting-edge artificial intelligence is developed by the United States and its allies.
U.S. Imposes New Sanctions to Squeeze Russia’s Energy Sector

The Biden administration is cracking down on the Russian “shadow fleet” and taking steps to curb oil and gas production.
Debate Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia For Ukraine War Intensifies

The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.
U.S. Takes Aim at China’s Production of Essential Chips

The older-style chips are crucial for a wide array of appliances and other machinery, including weaponry.
U.S. Transfers $20 Billion Loan to Ukraine Backed by Russian Assets

The economic lifeline ensures that Ukraine will have economic support after President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.
Trump’s Threats About the Dollar Could Push Other Countries to Find Alternatives

President-elect Donald J. Trump threatened to impose tariffs on countries that seek to replace the dollar in trade or undermine its global reserve currency status.