Veteran-Focused Website Is Run By Russia And Pushes Vaccine Skepticism

Veteran-Focused Website Is Run By Russia And Pushes Vaccine Skepticism

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The video discusses how disinformation, particularly around COVID vaccine skepticism, is being targeted at veterans, especially those of color, by Russian influence operations. It highlights the role of the website Veterans Today, which is allegedly directed by Russia's Security Services. Despite denials from its editor, the site is under federal investigation. The Pentagon is developing a digital literacy initiative to combat such disinformation. The video concludes by noting the rise in site visitors around the Capitol insurrection.

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