Election interference
Coverage of Election interference in the Nexus archive.
- White House levels new allegation that China swept up voter data
The Trump administration reiterated its claim that China's alleged collection of millions of American voter registration files constitutes election interference. The White House stated this effort by China is an attempt to disrupt the electoral process.
- States cast doubt on Trump’s claim that China hacked their voter rolls
States are skeptical of Trump's claim that China hacked their voter rolls. Declassified evidence indicates China sought personal data for espionage, not election interference.
- Brazil denies visas to US officials over alleged election interference
Brazil denied visas to US officials, alleging they sought to undermine the integrity of Brazil's voting system to support Flávio Bolsonaro, according to government claims. The officials are described as Trump appointees linked to efforts to cast doubt on election processes.
- China, US emphasise stability amid lingering tensions
The foreign ministers of China and the United States held a meeting emphasizing stability, discussing Chinese President Xi Jinping's upcoming trip to the U.S. instead of President Donald Trump's accusations of election interference by Beijing. The talks were described as 'pragmatic, positive and constructive' by China's Wang Yi, with U.S. representative Marco Rubio noting the need to manage differences between the countries.
- Trump’s China Threats Don’t Match His China Policy
The article discusses the inconsistency between President Trump's public threats towards China and his actual China policy, using his allegations about election interference as a case in point.
- What Trump didn’t say about election interference
Donald Trump's recent speech regarding the 2020 election was criticized for failing to provide proof of election interference while contradicting official U.S. intelligence assessments.
- Fact checking Trump's new claims of election interference
President Trump accused China of interfering in U.S. elections during a primetime address on Thursday evening, questioning the integrity of the voting system. CBS News' Jake Rosen fact-checks these claims.
- If China targeted our elections, why reward it with 600,000 student visas?
The U.S. president accuses China of meddling in U.S. elections by stealing voter data and influencing business leaders and journalists. The article questions why the U.S. continues granting 600,000 Chinese student visas annually, citing espionage risks, as the administration tightens visa restrictions.
- China rejects Trump's election interference claim as 'groundless accusations'
China dismissed President Donald Trump's claims about election system vulnerabilities as baseless. Trump announced the declassification of documents he alleges show weaknesses in U.S. election systems.
- China rejects Trump's election interference claim as 'groundless accusations'
President Donald Trump announced the declassification of documents claiming to reveal vulnerabilities in U.S. election systems. China rejected these claims as 'groundless accusations'.
- China rejects Trump's election interference claim as 'groundless accusations'
China rejects President Trump's claim of election interference as groundless accusations. Trump announced declassifying documents he claims reveal vulnerabilities in America's election systems.
- China rejects Trump's election interference claim as 'groundless accusations'
President Donald Trump announced the declassification of documents alleging vulnerabilities in America's election systems. China dismissed these claims as 'groundless accusations'.
- Trump targets China and Russia with baseless claims of election interference
Donald Trump has accused China of a major election data breach and claimed foreign interference in the 2020 US election, despite intelligence officials stating there is no evidence of altered outcomes. He released documents to support his claims, but officials refute any impact on the election result.
- China blasts ‘unfounded smears’ as Trump’s election claims threaten diplomatic thaw
US President Donald Trump accused China of interfering in US elections by stealing 220 million voter files, straining a fragile thaw in ties and casting doubt on future high-level engagements.
- Kremlin Rejects Trump’s Election Interference Claim
The Kremlin denied interfering in the domestic affairs of other countries, as stated by spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The claim was made in response to allegations of election interference linked to Trump.
- China dismisses ‘groundless’ Trump election interference claim
China denied President Trump's accusation that it interfered in the 2020 U.S. presidential election, calling the claim 'entirely fabricated' and 'groundless' and asserting it has no interest in meddling. The response came from Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian during a press conference following Trump's primetime address.
- ‘Let them fight’: Chinese social media reacts to Trump’s election interference claims
Chinese social media users reacted with mockery, scepticism and concern after US President Donald Trump accused Beijing of meddling in US elections in a prime-time address. Trump claimed China orchestrated the 'largest compromise of election data in history' and ended complacency regarding 'Chinese interference' in a speech focused on election security.
- China rejects Trump’s claims of election interference as ‘pure fabrication’ – US politics live
China rejects Donald Trump's unverified claims of election interference in the 2020 presidential election as a 'pure fabrication.' Democrats criticize Trump's speech as containing 'lies and long-debunked conspiracies.'
- Trump’s China election claims mark new front in the rivalry, analysts say
US President Donald Trump accused China of election interference, which analysts say escalates the US-China rivalry into a national security confrontation. The issue is now framed as a central security concern, similar to Russia's alleged election meddling.
- Trump's pick for intelligence head emphasizes security experience as Democrats press on elections
President Trump's nominee for the intelligence director, Jay Clayton, emphasized his national security experience during a Senate hearing, contrasting with interim director Bill Pulte. Democrats questioned Clayton on election interference and whether former President Joe Biden won the 2020 election, while some praised his qualifications despite bipartisan confirmation uncertainty.
- Senate to hold hearing for Trump's pick to head intelligence agencies after weekslong delay
The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a hearing for President Trump's nominee Jay Clayton to lead U.S. intelligence agencies after weeks of delay. Republicans and some Democrats support Clayton over interim appointee Bill Pulte, but Democrats are expected to question him on election interference concerns, with some opposing his nomination.
- US justice department investigating UAW president over corruption allegations
The US Department of Justice is investigating UAW president Shawn Fain over corruption allegations, including claims he pressured a union official for benefits to his family members. Fain denies the accusations, calling them 'bogus' and attributing them to election interference by an attorney with a 'grudge' over the union’s stance on Gaza.
- Gambling giant forces paid influencers to delete LA mayor race posts as election interference claims explode
A gambling giant is forcing paid influencers to delete posts about the LA mayor race amid claims of election interference. The controversy began after right-wing influencers posted messages on X.
- Los Angeles officials warn against election interference after ballots burned, voter center vandalized
Los Angeles County election officials warned against election interference after mail-in ballots were burned and a voting center was vandalized, two days before the California primary. A staffer reported fire-related damage inside a ballot drop box at a Department location.
- Ballots found with fire damage in DTLA drop box; investigation into possible election interference
The L.A. County Registrar and County Clerk reported two cases of possible election interference, including ballots with fire damage found in a Downtown Los Angeles drop box. An investigation into the incidents is ongoing.
- Ballots burned, vote center vandalized in possible acts of election interference, Los Angeles County officials say
Ballots were found burned in an official drop box, and a voting center in Long Beach was vandalized, which Los Angeles County officials describe as potential acts of election interference ahead of the June 2 primary election.
- Ballots burned in downtown LA, vote center vandalized in Long Beach
Election officials are investigating possible election interference after mail-in ballots were burned in a downtown Los Angeles drop box and a vote center in Long Beach was vandalized. Officials confirmed fire damage to ballots and unspecified vandalism, with police notified and voting operations continuing uninterrupted.
- Trump's meddling in elections could spectacularly backfire, voters reveal in shock poll as he ousts 'traitor' lawmakers
A recent poll reveals that voters are shocked by Trump's meddling in elections, which could backfire on him as he ousts lawmakers he considers traitors. The poll suggests a potential backlash against Trump's actions. Voters' reactions indicate a significant shift in public opinion.
- JD Vance’s claims about Orbán, the EU and Hungary fact-checked
JD Vance, US vice-president, accused the EU of undermining Hungary's economy during a visit to Budapest, praising Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Vance claimed EU bureaucrats aimed to reduce Hungary's energy independence and increase consumer costs, despite Hungary being a net recipient of EU funds. The remarks were made ahead of Hungary's pivotal election.
- Joint ODNI, FBI, and CISA Statement
A joint statement from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), FBI, and CISA reports that foreign adversaries, particularly Russia, are conducting influence operations designed to undermine confidence in U.S. election integrity and increase divisions among Americans. The intelligence community has been actively monitoring these foreign interference efforts.