Protecting Against Interference in the Next Election

One of the main concerns in the podcast is how the United States can protect itself from Russian interference in the upcoming election. It is acknowledged that Russia will attempt to interfere again, as they did in 2016, but the true extent of their interference was not known until after the fact. The podcast highlights that Russia's motives for interfering are even higher now, given the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and other areas. It is mentioned that money is a significant aspect of interference, with concerns about foreign funding for campaigns that may be difficult to investigate before an election. The podcast also mentions the threat of disinformation and political violence generated within the United States, which can further sow division and amplify interference efforts. The challenge lies in allocating resources and efforts to effectively combat these threats.