WASHINGTON -- Special counsel Robert Mueller charged 13 Russians and three Russian companies on Friday with interfering in the 2016 election by assuming U.S. identities, sowing discord on social media, communicating with unwitting Americans and even setting up political rallies from afar. President Donald Trump tweeted that the indictment proves there was "no collusion!" with Russia. The White House repeated that point, sending out a statement with "Trump responds to indictment of 13 Russians: "no collusion!"" in all caps.
> Indictment underscores how social media firms got played by Russian agents
What does the indictment mean for Mr. Trump?
Here are a few key takeaways from the indictment:
What were the charges?
The indictment alleges that starting in 2014, the Russian Internet Research Agency tried to disrupt the U.S. political system and sow discord by stealing U.S. identities and falsely claiming to be U.S. activists. Specifically, the indictment charges the individuals with conspiring "to obstruct the lawful functions of the United States government through fraud and deceit," by making illegal campaign expenditures, failing to register as foreign agents and using false statements to try and obtain visas. Some are also charged with wire fraud and identity theft.
By early to mid-2016, the indictment says, their efforts included supporting President Donald Trump's campaign and disparaging Democrat Hillary Clinton.
Source :- cbsnews
Saturday, 17 February 2018
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