Iran and Russia: Election Threats to Democracy.

As the November election approaches, recent reports highlight Iran and Russia emerging as significant threats to American democracy. Intelligence agencies have identified disinformation campaigns aimed at eroding trust in democratic institutions, particularly targeting voters' confidence. Iran's previous attempts to hack into the Biden campaign and infiltrate the email of Trump associate Roger Stone reflect a worrying pattern of foreign interference. Meanwhile, the Department of Justice (DOJ) reports multiple efforts by foreign nations to meddle in the electoral process. A notable recent indictment concerns two RT employees linked to a $10 million scheme designed to disseminate Russian messaging throughout the United States. This operation, involving the seizure of 32 domain names, further illustrates the lengths to which foreign actors will go to influence American public opinion on divisive issues such as inflation and racial tensions. Alarmingly, Russia's focus has reportedly shifted this time, with Putin allegedly supporting Vice President Harris’ political opponents, which adds further complexity to the already precarious political landscape. Amid these developments, maintaining the integrity of the electoral process becomes increasingly crucial as citizens face the onslaught of international disinformation campaigns.