Russia Stands Firm in Denial of U.S. Election Hacking

The transcript discusses the Russian government's dissatisfaction with the focus on its alleged role in US elections, highlighting the Kremlin's hopes for improved US-Russia relations under Trump. Professor Desai provides insights into Russia's geopolitical strategies, emphasizing Putin's tactics to maintain popularity amid economic challenges. Adam Schiff's testimony suggests Russian actions favored Trump over Clinton. The current state of US-Russia relations is explored, noting a lack of specific policy changes despite respectful rhetoric from Trump towards Russian leadership.

What is the current state of the Russian economy, and how does it affect President Putin's popularity?

What are the expectations of the Kremlin regarding cooperation with the new US administration?