... and Russian interference.
1. I believe in the work of my intelligence agencies.
2. I believe that the Russian government was motivated by what they believed to be their country's best interest.
3. I do not believe further interference would be in Russia's best interest.
4. Let's look toward the future.
He acknowledges the role Russia played in 2016 while also remaining pragmatic and leaving the door open for future cooperation. He also avoids attacking Putin directly. Easy win.
Can't believe he and his administration didn't have a much better response prepared. Obviously those questions were going to be asked.
1. I believe in the work of my intelligence agencies.
2. I believe that the Russian government was motivated by what they believed to be their country's best interest.
3. I do not believe further interference would be in Russia's best interest.
4. Let's look toward the future.
He acknowledges the role Russia played in 2016 while also remaining pragmatic and leaving the door open for future cooperation. He also avoids attacking Putin directly. Easy win.
Can't believe he and his administration didn't have a much better response prepared. Obviously those questions were going to be asked.