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Christopher Webb@cwebbonline · Sep 5, 2024

YOU NEED TO SEE THIS. It’s not just bots—Russia is paying influencers big bucks to boost Trump’s candidacy and we are…

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A thread alleges that Russia is conducting a large-scale disinformation operation by paying U.S. influencers (with reports of payments up to $400,000/month) to create content supporting Trump's candidacy, including fake articles and viral videos, particularly targeting swing states. The operation reportedly aims to exploit divisions and influence the election through coordinated influence campaigns and deepfakes.

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    YOU NEED TO SEE THIS. It’s not just bots—Russia is paying influencers big bucks to boost Trump’s candidacy and we are the mark. You might have even read fake articles that were made to look legit. This Russian PSYOP is so much bigger than Tim Pool. 🧵

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    Next time you see a right-wing video, you can credibly ask if Putin is behind it. Russian operatives covertly hired U.S. influencers to create viral videos. RT paid one influencer $400,000 a month, a $100,000 signing bonus, and an additional performance bonus in exchange for four videos a week. (2 of 3) npr.org/2024/09/05/nx-…

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    .@Lawrence makes such an important point: the Electoral College is the only thing that makes a Trump win possible, which is why Russian disinformation is targeting key states the most. Trump simply can’t win the popular vote. KEY POINTS 📌 Russian Influence Operations: Campaigns aiming to influence public opinion, often by amplifying divisions within the U.S. or promoting narratives favorable to Russia’s interests. 📌 Use of Influencers: Reports and indictments revealed that Russia is paying right-wing influencers to spread disinformation or narratives beneficial to Russian interests. This includes immigration, inflation, and Ukraine. 📌 Trump's Candidacy: Russia prefers Trump because his policies benefit Russia, such as defunding Ukraine or promoting American division. 📌 Misinformation and Deepfakes: Beyond influencers, deepfakes and fake news websites designed to mimic credible sources are also being used to spread disinformation and shape public opinion. I REPEAT: WE ARE THE MARK‼️ (3 of 3)