Declassified Report Sparks Controversy Over

Declassified Report Reignites 2016 Election Controversy

A newly declassified intelligence report has revived debate over the 2016 presidential election and how the

U.S. handled foreign interference.

Released by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, the report reveals that Russian intelligence

accessed internal Clinton campaign communications but chose not to release damaging information, assuming Hillary Clinton would win regardless.

The report claims Russian officials obtained details about Clinton’s health and campaign concerns.

However, they withheld the information to avoid “unnecessary complications,” believing she was “certain to win.”

Internal memos described her condition as “concerning” and “likely to impact her public performance.”

Clinton Campaign Strategy and Russian Narrative

The documents also allege that the Clinton campaign considered linking Donald Trump to Russian

operatives to shift attention from her private email controversy.

This tactic was described as a way to “divert attention” at a critical moment in the race.

While such strategies are common in major campaigns, the report suggests this narrative may have

contributed to public distrust.

Intelligence experts noted that “controlling the narrative can become a key component of overall strategy.”

Gabbard Calls for Transparency

Tulsi Gabbard stated, “The public deserves full transparency regarding foreign and domestic influences on

national elections.” She criticized the previous administration for promoting “a rushed narrative about

foreign interference,” calling for more accountability in intelligence reporting.

Senator Roger Marshall added,

“The American people have a right to know how intelligence information was used during one of the most divisive elections in U.S. history.”