A dual Russian-American citizen has been charged with acting as a spy in the US, according to court filings that say she ran organizations that "sought to spread Russian propaganda."
Highlights
- A dual Russian-American citizen has been charged with acting as a spy in the US.
- The complaint alleges that Elena Branson worked on behalf of the Russian government and Russian officials.
- Prosecutors allege she coordinated meetings for Russian officials to lobby US political officials and businesspeople.
- CNN has attempted to contact Branson for comment on the charges.
- It’s alleged that Branson ran organizations that “sought to spread Russian propaganda,” according to the complaint.Read more from CNN.com: Do you know who is charged?