Declassified Docs Expand Russiagate Manipulation Claims

Newly declassified documents by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard have intensified scrutiny of the Obama administration’s role in the origins of the Trump-Russia collusion narrative, with allegations that top officials fabricated and politicized intelligence to suggest Russian interference favoring Donald Trump. The documents claim figures such as James Clapper and John Brennan relied on unverified sources, including the Clinton-funded Steele Dossier, to promote these claims. Critics contend this weaponization of intelligence agencies not only targeted a sitting president but also undermined public trust in U.S. institutions. Media organizations are accused of either spreading or minimizing the collusion narrative, fueling further controversy. Additionally, new concerns have emerged regarding the FCC’s oversight roles during the Trump era, which some argue could have influenced editorial independence in media and academia. These combined issues have deepened polarization and skepticism toward both government and media, prompting calls for greater accountability and transparency.