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American influencers deep in Russian pockets

Meet Ben Swann, happy to be seen in there

Rob Beschizza
Oct 18, 2024
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Weeks ago various right-wing influencers—including Tim Pool, Benny Johnson, Dave Rubin, Lauren Southern, Taylor Hansen and Matt Christiansen—were found to be on the Russian payroll thanks to a Department of Justice lawsuit against the cutout corporation used to funnel money to them. Most made a show of surprise: The Russians?! Me!? Now the Ass…

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