Obama Office Refutes Russian Election Interference Claims

Barack Obama's office states that recent intelligence documents don't dispute Russia's attempt to influence the 2016 election, while affirming no vote manipulation occurred. President Trump accuses Obama of treason for allegedly linking him to Russia without evidence, calling this a distraction.

In a statement issued Tuesday, Barack Obama's office refuted claims that recent intelligence documents undermined the findings of Russia's supposed influence on the 2016 U.S. presidential election. The document affirms that while Russia aimed to affect the election, no vote manipulation occurred, according to Obama's representatives.

Meanwhile, current President Donald Trump has accused his predecessor of treason. Trump alleges that Obama orchestrated a campaign to wrongfully associate him with Russian influence as a ploy to undermine his 2016 presidential campaign.

Obama's office described Trump's allegations as 'bizarre' and 'ridiculous,' suggesting they serve as a weak attempt to distract from more pressing issues.

(With inputs from agencies.)