The White House on Monday addressed concerns over potential foreign interference in US elections but refrained from commenting on the specific allegations regarding Iran's involvement in hacking former President Donald Trump's campaign. Instead, the White House directed inquiries to the Justice Department.
A National Security Council spokesperson emphasized the US government's strong condemnation of any foreign entity attempting to interfere in the electoral process or undermine confidence in democratic institutions.
Former President Trump recently disclosed on social media that Microsoft had notified his campaign of a hack by the Iranian government. While Trump stated that only publicly available information was accessed, he criticized the intrusion as unacceptable.
The US government is treating reports of hacking with utmost seriousness, although it has not verified the claims made by the Trump campaign. The spokesperson refrained from confirming Iran's involvement but referenced a recent US intelligence report indicating Iran's efforts to influence the presidential election.
Overall, the White House remains vigilant regarding potential threats to the electoral process and underscores the importance of safeguarding democratic principles against foreign interference.
