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Canadian Linked to Alleged Russian Influence Operation Received Significant Fees

  • A Canadian co-founder of a media company allegedly received significant fees in a scheme involving Russian-controlled media to influence right-wing influencers in the U.S.
  • The U.S. Justice Department has charged two Russian employees with conspiracy and money laundering, although no wrongdoing by the influencers themselves is alleged.
  • Canadian officials are closely cooperating with U.S. authorities in this ongoing investigation.