Chechnya’s Growing Hostility Toward Its LGBTQ Community
Recent reports from Chechnya indicate that officials are rounding up, torturing, and killing Chechen men suspected of engaging in homosexual activity.
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Department of Justice Appoints Special Counsel for Russia Investigation
The Department of Justice tapped Robert Mueller to look into the alleged collusion between the Trump campaign and Russian officials.
Leaked Memo Alleges Trump Asked Comey to Close the FBI’s Flynn Investigation
The president allegedly asked former FBI Director James Comey to end his investigation of Mike Flynn's ties to the Russian government.
Trump Reportedly Bragged About Highly Classified Intelligence to Russian Officials
How is it that so many U.S. officials know what happened in a closed-door meeting?
Democrats Urge White House to Release Any Recordings of Trump-Comey Talks
Ranking officials of the House Oversight and Judiciary committees have asked the White House Counsel to release the tapes, if they exist.
Officials Say James Comey Asked the DOJ for More Funding for Russia Investigation; DOJ Denies Claim
Members of Congress from across the aisle were troubled by the timing of Comey's dismissal.
House Oversight Committee Leaders: ‘No Evidence’ Flynn Complied With Law
The ranking leaders of the House Oversight Committee, Democrat Elijah Cummings and Republican Jason Chaffetz, told reporters Tuesday…
Exxon, Russia, and Rex Tillerson’s Delicate Dance
Though a waiver request by Exxon to resume a joint venture with Rosneft in the Black Sea was shut down, it still reignited concerns over Secretary of State Rex Tillerson’s conflicts of interest with Russia.
The Danger of Underestimating Russia’s Influence in France
Fears of Russian meddling in a French vote reflect an overt and covert influence campaign. By Sebastian Rotella…