Politics

Maria Butina Pleads Guilty to Being Russian Agent, Faces Deportation

DONE DEAL

She pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge as part of a cooperation agreement.

Adam Rawnsley
Adam Rawnsley 

Former Senior Researcher

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Adam Rawnsley

Adam Rawnsley

Former Senior Researcher

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