Tim Walz Is Target Of Russian Disinformation Campaign: U.S. Intel

ST. PAUL, MN — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, running mate of Vice President Kamala Harris, is the target of a viral disinformation campaign organized by Russian groups, according to U.S. intelligence officials.

A recently surfaced video showed a man claiming to be a former student of Walz and accusing the candidate of sexual misconduct from years ago.

"Russian influence actors manufactured and amplified inauthentic content claiming illegal activity committed by the Democratic vice-presidential candidate during his earlier career," reads a briefing from the U.S. Office of the Director of National Intelligence.

Agents "reviewed electronic media associated with this effort and in doing so revealed several indicators of manipulation that are consistent with the influence efforts and tactics Russian actors have used this cycle"

According to a new assessment by the U.S. intelligence community, foreign actors — most notably Russia, Iran, and China — are continuing efforts to sow discord among Americans and erode trust in the nation's democratic system.

These nations aim to promote divisive narratives they believe serve their strategic interests.

Officials warn that these influence operations are expected to escalate as Election Day approaches, with social media being a key platform for spreading disinformation.

The posts are likely to be generated by artificial intelligence (AI) technology.