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Informant Admits Russian Ties In Hunter Biden Disinformation Case

Joe Biden David C. Weiss Hunter Biden James Comer Sting Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, speaks during a news conference outside the U.S. Capitol, Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, in Washington. Hu

A recent admission to the FBI by an informant revealed that Russian intelligence officials were involved in spreading false information about President Biden's son, Hunter Biden. The informant, Alexander Smirnoff, made damaging allegations against the Bidens, claiming they were set to receive millions of dollars from a Ukrainian energy company, Burisma, in exchange for business favors. However, the FBI and Justice Department have confirmed that these claims are untrue.

Smirnoff has been charged with lying to the FBI and falsifying records. Following his arrest, he confessed that Russian intelligence officials were behind the false story about Hunter Biden. The Justice Department is pushing for Smirnoff to remain detained, citing his extensive connections with intelligence officers in various countries, which they believe make him a flight risk.

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The court filing also raises concerns about Smirnoff's potential involvement in influencing future elections, including the 2024 election. The Justice Department warns that Smirnoff is actively spreading misinformation that could impact upcoming U.S. elections, having met with Russian intelligence officials in November. They point out his planned business trips overseas and his associations with individuals linked to foreign intelligence agencies, suggesting a potential threat to the integrity of U.S. elections.

The government's memorandum supporting Smirnoff's detention contains numerous details highlighting the seriousness of the situation. The Justice Department, led by Special Counsel David Weiss, emphasizes that the issue extends beyond the 2020 election, indicating a broader concern about foreign interference in future electoral processes.

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