The principle allegations that have been made by the news media politicians and are now under investigation by the FBI and Congress are:
- That Russia hacked the Democratic National Committee, weaponized emails stolen from its staff, and attempted to influence the election in the favor of Donald Trump. (hyperlink to CIA report)
- Financial Ties – Members of the Trump team and possible Donald Trump himself my have had financial relationships with Russian own banks or loans secured by the Kremlin.
- The Trump Campaign colluded, cooperated or communicated with Russian intelligence to influence the outcome of the election.