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Iranian Government Behind Hack-And-Leak Operation Targeting US Election

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei votes during runoff parliamentary election, in Tehran

The US government, through the FBI and other intelligence agencies, has determined that the Iranian government is responsible for a recent hack-and-leak operation that targeted both Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and attempted to target the Biden-Harris campaign. This revelation comes after news organizations received documents believed to have originated from a senior Trump campaign official's account.

The FBI has briefed former President Trump on their preliminary findings, indicating a clear link to Iran. Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign confirmed that the hackers were unsuccessful in their attempts to infiltrate their campaign.

Documents believed to have originated from a senior Trump campaign official's account.
Iran government responsible for recent hack-and-leak operation targeting US election campaigns.
FBI briefed former President Trump on preliminary findings linking the hack to Iran.

This investigation highlights the ongoing efforts by Iran, as well as other countries, to influence the upcoming 2024 election in the United States. US officials are concerned about foreign interference and are working diligently to address these threats.

It is crucial for the US government to strengthen cybersecurity measures and enhance defenses against foreign entities seeking to disrupt the democratic process. As the 2024 election approaches, vigilance and cooperation between intelligence agencies will be essential to safeguarding the integrity of the electoral system.

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