It’s unlikely that Vladimir Putin needs to meddle in American democracy for his own amusement. The ongoing allegations of Russian manipulation have once again caused a stir in Washington. The special counsel investigating President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter, has accused an FBI informant of spreading lies about the president, with ties to Russian intelligence. Despite this, Republicans are pushing forward with impeachment proceedings, showing a lack of concern for the truth. Both parties have demonstrated their ability to spread dysfunction and conspiracy theories without outside interference. The dysfunction within Congress is evident, with Republicans unable to agree on budget priorities and border security, leading to yet another government shutdown looming on the horizon.
2024-02-29 09:01:53
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