The CIA admits that its leadership hurriedly pushed out a report on Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election, raising concerns about the thoroughness and accuracy of the assessment. While the report ultimately concluded that Russia meddled to help Trump win, the rushed process suggests internal pressures may have compromised its rigor.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about old news—it’s about whether the public can trust intelligence agencies to deliver unbiased, carefully vetted findings, especially on something as high-stakes as election interference. If reports are rushed, it fuels doubts about their credibility and leaves room for political spin. In an era of deep polarization, that’s a problem.