The Weaponization of Russia in US Domestic Politics

... out to be a favoured political weapon in the American establishment’s struggle against Trump, his administration, and his policies. By portraying Russia as an external threat bent on manipulating US politics, the anti-Trump elements within the deep state, mainstream media, and elsewhere have found a mechanism through which they hope to delegitimise the Trump presidency. Whether they succeed in the long-term in derailing his policies and frustrating attempts at rapprochement with Russia, or even launching an impeachment remains to be seen. One thing is clear, however, that the Trump administration for the foreseeable future will remain bogged down in its primary efforts in securing stability domestically. Russia ...