ICYMI: Russia is trying to undermine U.S. elections by promoting false allegations that #MailInVoting will lead to widespread fraud. However, it’s been proven that mail-in voting does NOT lead to fraud. npr.org/2020/08/01/898…
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@DHSgov issued a warning after finding with “high confidence” that “Russian malign influence actors” have targeted the absentee voting process by spreading disinformation. @ABC abcnews.go.com/Politics/russi…
@DHSgov's bulletin said Russia will likely continue, “amplifying criticism of vote by mail and shifting voting processes” to “undermine public trust in the electoral process.”@Reuters reuters.com/article/us-usa…
In the Iowa Caucuses, "Russian state media and proxy websites claimed that the contest was fixed in favor of establishment candidates and that technical difficulties with the caucusing mobile voting application led to ballot manipulation.” @CBSNews cbsnews.com/news/russia-di…
“Russia is also pushing left wing conspiracies as part of a broader effort to stoke discord among Democrats, according to the bulletin.” @Forbes forbes.com/sites/andrewso…
@RepAdamSchiff said, “the bulletin validated his concern that Russia is seeking to ‘sow distrust in our democratic process.” @VOANews voanews.com/2020-usa-votes…
The spread of misinformation has real consequences. By promoting false allegations about #MailInVoting, Russia can undermine voters’ confidence in the security and validity of the electoral process for the #2020Election.
💡TIP💡 To avoid contributing to the spread of misinformation, always fact-check a claim before you share it on social media.
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