Russian Hackers Tap into President Obama's Unclassified Email

Caitlin Atkinson

Officials have reported that Russian hackers managed to tap into President Obama's unclassified emails. The extent of the hackers' reach into the emails is unknown and the White House, National Security Council, and FBI have all declined to comment. This could be construed as worrisome. However, if it was a real problem or threat the people of the United States would have to be told. It is worrisome for US relations with Russia. The timing of the hacking occurred during Russia's invasion of Crimea and the US's denunciation of that action. This could lead to even more tense relations with President Putin as well as distrust of the nation's future actions.

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