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Read. Follow. Verify.Hearing on Russian Information Warfare
Record date · January 1, 2015
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What This Bill Does
The House Committee on Foreign Affairs held a hearing on April 15, 2015, to examine how the Russian government uses media and propaganda to influence international politics. Witnesses discussed the impact of these information campaigns on democratic stability in Europe and U.S. security interests.
This hearing informs potential legislative responses to foreign campaigns that may impact U.S. foreign policy and international security commitments.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
U.S. Foreign Policy Officials
These officials must determine how to respond to foreign disinformation campaigns that impact international security.
Journalists
Independent journalists operating in Russia face risks to their safety and professional independence.
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on April 15, 2015, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The committee examined the 'weaponization of information' by the Russian government.
- Chairman Royce stated that Russian propaganda is used to subvert democratic stability and foment violence in Eastern Europe.
- The committee discussed the impact of Russian media on NATO member security and the stability of Ukraine.
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- Witness Elizabeth Wahl provided testimony regarding her resignation from the Russian outlet RT due to concerns over coverage of the occupation of Ukraine.
- The committee noted that three journalists were killed in Russia during the first few months of 2015.
- The hearing included testimony from Peter Pomerantsev, Elizabeth Wahl, and Helle C. Dale.
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Focus on Information Warfare
The hearing marks a formal congressional effort to categorize Russian media activities as a national security threat rather than just a diplomatic concern.
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