It's Raining [Russian] Indictments
Description
Narrativ Live discusses the US Department of Justice's recent indictments against a Russian influence network targeting the 2024 US elections. Notable right-wing influencers Tim Pool and Benny Johnson are implicated in a $10 million operation orchestrated by RT (formerly Russia Today) employees. The DOJ also addresses the Doppelganger campaign, which involved creating fake news websites to spread Russian propaganda. Concurrently, there has been significant global news, including the banning of Elon Musk's social network X in Brazil and the arrest of Telegram's CEO in France. Additionally, breaking news reports highlight a horrendous terrorist attack at a concert hall in Russia claimed by ISIS. The episode delves into the ramifications of these developments and how they shape global narratives.
00:00 Introduction and Breaking News
00:31 Russian Influence Network Exposed
01:23 The Doppelganger Campaign
02:31 Indictments and Seizures
02:53 Elon Musk and Social Media Bans
04:24 Moscow Concert Hall Attack
05:54 ISIS Claims Responsibility
06:09 Benny Johnson's Propaganda
16:08 Tim Pool's Transformation
28:36 Operation Doppelganger Details
29:43 Putin's Election Influence
35:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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