SpyTalk A Former CIA Spy Catcher Weighs Trump’s Russia Turn
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Mar 21, 2025 Sue Miller, a former head of CIA Counterintelligence with a remarkable 39-year career, discusses the complexities of U.S.-Russia relations, particularly focusing on Russian interference in the 2016 election. She emphasizes that Trump's pro-Russia stance should raise ongoing counterintelligence concerns. Miller shares insights on the intricate dynamics of espionage today, critiques leadership challenges within the CIA, and highlights the evolving nature of surveillance technology and its implications for national security.
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Outsmarting the KGB
- In Moscow, Sue Miller cleverly outmaneuvered KGB surveillance during an operation.
- The next morning, she found her tires slashed, but tricked the KGB into changing them.
Russian Interference
- Russia's 2016 election interference aimed to help Trump win.
- The CIA couldn't measure its impact, but Russia's intent was clear.
Trump's Alignment with Putin
- Trump's alignment with Putin's foreign policy is evident, regardless of whether he was a recruited agent.
- Sue Miller emphasizes the outcome remains the same.