GOP Reps. Mike Turner and Mike McCaul warn that Russian propaganda is influencing members of their party and even being echoed in Congress.
GOP Representatives Mike Turner and Mike McCaul are sounding the alarm about Russian propaganda seeping into the Republican Party. Turner, chair of the House Intelligence Committee, stated that pro-Russian messaging—originating directly from Russia—is now being echoed by some of his colleagues, even on the House floor. McCaul expressed similar concerns, warning that Russian disinformation has “infected a good chunk” of the GOP base.
Both representatives emphasized that misinformation about NATO and Ukraine’s war against Russia is making it harder for Congress to recognize the global battle between authoritarianism and democracy. With House Speaker Mike Johnson delaying a critical aid package for Ukraine, the debate over Russian influence within the GOP is becoming even more pressing.
Read the full article to understand how Russian propaganda is shaping U.S. politics.GOP Representatives Mike Turner and Mike McCaul are sounding the alarm about Russian propaganda seeping into the Republican Party. Turner, chair of the House Intelligence Committee, stated that pro-Russian messaging—originating directly from Russia—is now being echoed by some of his colleagues, even on the House floor. McCaul expressed similar concerns, warning that Russian disinformation has “infected a good chunk” of the GOP base.
Both representatives emphasized that misinformation about NATO and Ukraine’s war against Russia is making it harder for Congress to recognize the global battle between authoritarianism and democracy. With House Speaker Mike Johnson delaying a critical aid package for Ukraine, the debate over Russian influence within the GOP is becoming even more pressing.
Read the full article, from Yahoo News, to understand how Russian propaganda is shaping U.S. politics.
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