White House Rebukes Putin's Comments on U.S. Elections

White House national security spokesperson John Kirby urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to refrain from commenting on U.S. elections. Kirby's remarks followed Putin's teasing expression of preference for Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, and came after the U.S. Justice Department charged two Russian media executives for alleged electoral interference.

White House national security spokesperson John Kirby unequivocally urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to cease commenting on the upcoming U.S. elections, emphasizing the importance of non-interference. The statement was a direct response to Putin's light-hearted expression of support for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris.

Kirby stressed, "Mr. Putin ought to stop talking about our elections, period. He shouldn't be favoring anybody one way or another." This firm stance underscores the U.S. administration's commitment to maintaining the integrity of its electoral process.

The comments came shortly after the U.S. Justice Department filed charges against two Russian media executives for allegedly engaging in a scheme to influence the November elections through pro-Russian propaganda, highlighting ongoing concerns over foreign interference.

(With inputs from agencies.)