Whistleblower Complaints On Russian Interference Follow Pattern

The transcript discusses allegations by Brian Murphy, a former DHS official, who claims he was instructed to downplay reports on Russian interference in US elections to avoid making President Trump look bad. Murphy alleges he faced demotion and exclusion from meetings for refusing to alter intelligence reports. The transcript also references previous reports of President Trump's negative reactions to intelligence briefings on Russian interference in the 2016 election. The Trump administration denies Murphy's claims, labeling him a disgruntled former employee, and has shifted focus to alleged Chinese interference in the elections.

What did Brian Murphy allege he was instructed to do regarding reports on Russian interference?

• Enhance the reports to make them more alarming

• Downplay the reports to avoid negative perception of the president

• Ignore the reports completely

• Share the reports with the media

What consequence did Brian Murphy face for refusing to alter reports on Russian interference?

• He was transferred to another department

• He was demoted and excluded from meetings

• He was given a bonus

• He was promoted

How did President Trump reportedly react to intelligence briefings about Russian interference in the 2016 election?

• He praised the intelligence community

• He ignored the briefings

• He berated an intelligence director

• He requested more detailed reports

What did the Trump administration label Brian Murphy after he made his claims?

• A loyal supporter

• A reliable source

• A disgruntled former employee

• A whistleblower

Which country did the Trump administration claim was trying to influence the US election against Trump?

• China

• Russia

• North Korea

• Iran