Two Russian nationals with ties to a news network connected to Putin's government allegedly funneled millions to a U.S. media company that paid right-wing influencers for pro-Kremlin content. Kalashnikov and Afanasyeva face charges of money laundering and FARA violations. Allegations point to Russian interference in the 2024 U.S. elections. RT, funded by the Russian government, orchestrated the transfer of $10 million through shell entities to a Tennessee-based media firm for creating social media content.