Maria Butina Released From Prison, To Be Deported To Russia

Maria Butina, who admitted to conspiring with a senior Russian official to influence US politics, was released from a low-security federal prison earlier than expected due to a change in good behavior time calculation. She was arrested in 2018 and pleaded guilty to acting as a foreign agent without registering with the US government. Butina was sentenced to 18 months in prison, including time served. Following her release, she was transferred to ICE custody for immediate deportation to Russia.

What was Maria Butina accused of plotting with a senior Russian official?

What organization did Butina allegedly infiltrate to influence US politics?

What was the outcome of Butina's guilty plea at the end of 2018?

What was the length of the prison sentence Butina received?

What will happen to Butina after her release from prison?