The joint statement from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) focuses on countering foreign influence operations surrounding the U.S. election on November 5, 2024.
Key points include:
- Foreign Influence Activity: Countries like Russia and Iran are actively attempting to influence public opinion, often through disinformation campaigns designed to undermine trust in the electoral system.
- Election Security Measures: U.S. agencies have heightened monitoring and collaboration with state and local partners to detect and prevent cyber threats targeting election infrastructure.
- Disinformation Tactics: Malicious actors are creating and disseminating false narratives about election integrity to exploit societal divides. These tactics may involve fake social media accounts, misleading news, and other propaganda tools.
- Public Vigilance and Reporting: Citizens are urged to critically evaluate information sources, rely on official channels, and report any suspicious activity to federal agencies.
The statement emphasizes a proactive and coordinated response to protect the election process, with the agencies working to provide timely, accurate information to prevent undue influence on voters.
For further details, please refer to the official statement.