Unmasking Foreign Interference

This chapter reveals the ongoing efforts by Russia and Iran to meddle in U.S. elections through sophisticated disinformation campaigns on social media. It highlights the growing sophistication of these interference tactics, including the use of artificial intelligence, and discusses how these efforts aim to create chaos without directly altering election results. Additionally, the chapter examines the challenges faced by social media platforms in moderating false information and the historical context of U.S. responses to foreign influence.