WaPo: U.S. Employs 'Information Warfare' To Prevent Election Meddling

WaPo: U.S. Employs 'Information Warfare' To Prevent Election Meddling

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The video discusses US efforts to prevent Russian interference in the 2020 presidential election, as reported by the Washington Post. US Cyber Command is considering strategies targeting Russian individuals, excluding Putin, to deter interference. These strategies build on efforts from the 2018 midterms, where tactics included confusing Russian trolls and blocking their Internet access. The context of these actions is rooted in the history of Russian interference in the 2016 election.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the US Cyber Command's strategies against Russia?

To enhance cybersecurity for private companies

To target President Vladimir Putin directly

To prevent Russian interference in the 2020 election

To improve diplomatic relations with Russia

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a tactic considered by the US Cyber Command?

Increasing trade sanctions

Excluding President Vladimir Putin

Using sensitive personal data

Targeting top Russian individuals

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the US Cyber Command plan to show that interference would have consequences?

By imposing travel bans

By increasing diplomatic efforts

By using sensitive personal data of targets

By launching military operations

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one method used by the US in the 2018 midterm elections to counter Russian trolls?

Increasing military presence

Sending confusing messages

Providing financial aid to allies

Negotiating with Russian officials

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant concern during the 2016 presidential election?

Economic downturn

Healthcare reform

Russian election interference

Natural disasters