Russian Activity Didn't Affect Vote Tally: Report

The transcript discusses Trump's stance on Russian hacking, highlighting his respect for intelligence agencies while not fully conceding the extent of Russian influence in the US elections. It covers the upcoming Senate testimony by intelligence chiefs and Trump's evolving relationship with the intelligence community. The transcript also touches on Trump's reaction to media leaks, particularly concerning NBC, and his call for a congressional investigation into how the information was obtained.

What was Trump's initial reaction to the intelligence report on Russian hacking?

• He accused the intelligence agencies of fabricating the report.

• He dismissed the report entirely.

• He showed respect for intelligence agencies but did not fully concede the report's implications.

• He fully accepted the findings.

What significant detail does the declassified report reveal?

• It claims the hacking had no impact on the election.

• It suggests China was behind the hacking.

• It exonerates Russia from any involvement.

• It names Vladimir Putin as orchestrating an influence campaign.

How did Trump respond to the intelligence community after the report was released?

• He ignored the intelligence community completely.

• He continued to criticize them harshly.

• He demanded the intelligence community be disbanded.

• He offered an olive branch and emphasized the need for cybersecurity.

What action did Trump suggest regarding NBC's access to the intelligence report?

• He requested NBC to release more information.

• He ignored the leak entirely.

• He praised NBC for their investigative journalism.

• He suggested a congressional investigation.

How does Trump typically react when presented with facts that contradict his beliefs?

• He raises tangential issues to deflect from the main topic.

• He immediately apologizes for any misinformation.

• He remains silent on the matter.

• He accepts the facts and changes his stance.