Russian President Denies Meddling in U.S. Election October 28, 2016
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has weighed in on claims that hes meddling in the U.S. election. Putin made the remarks Thursday in southern Russia.
President Vladimir Putin: "Does anyone seriously think that Russia can in some way influence the choice of the American people? Is America some kind of banana republic? America is a great country, correct me if I am wrong."
Hillary Clinton has accused rival Donald Trump of being a "puppet" of Putin. She also says Russia is behind the theft of campaign emails made public through WikiLeaks.
Poster Comment:
The only question one needs to ask is what the ancient Romans asked, "Qui bono?" or "Who benefits?" Obviously not Putin or the Russians.