Chaos Unleashed: Iranian Hackers Target Trump Campaign

An Iranian hacking group, accused of meddling in the U.S. elections, has found success in publishing stolen Trump campaign emails via a Democratic political operative and independent journalists. The leaks highlight Iran's persistence in disrupting American politics ahead of the 2024 election, despite U.S. indictments.

An Iranian hacking operation targeting Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign emails has taken a major step by publishing stolen material. Initially struggling to gain traction with mainstream outlets, the hackers shifted focus to Democratic operatives and independent journalists.

The cyber offensive, linked to Iran's Basij force, exposes internal communications within Trump's team, offering a rare look at election interference efforts from abroad. The U.S. indicted the hackers in September, alleging multiple campaign staff data breaches between May and June.

Despite legal challenges, the leaked information, presented by the American Muckrakers PAC, raises serious questions about international influence in U.S. elections as tensions rise toward 2024. More revelations are reportedly in the pipeline, potentially deepening the political impact.

(With inputs from agencies.)