Trump Not Surprised By Russian Hack Of US Courts: 'They Hack In, That's What They Do'

Last Wednesday, President Donald Trump dismissed a recent report that suggested Russia was involved in breaching the electronic system used to handle sensitive U.S. federal court case documents. When asked about the breach by a reporter, Trump made a statement that has left many experts and observers stunned - he claimed not to be surprised by the incident.

"They hack in, that's what they do," Trump said with characteristic nonchalance, as quoted by multiple news outlets. The President's response was met with widespread criticism on social media, with many accusing him of downplaying the severity of the breach and undermining the intelligence community's assessment of Russian interference in U.S. elections.

The breach, which occurred in March 2020, is believed to have compromised sensitive information related to ongoing court cases involving national security issues. The incident has raised concerns about the vulnerability of the U.S. justice system to cyber attacks and the need for increased security measures to protect sensitive information.

Despite Trump's dismissive response, experts warn that the breach could have significant consequences for national security and the integrity of the U.S. legal system. "This is not a minor incident," said John Ratcliffe, the Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee's Oversight Subcommittee on the Criminal Justice System. "The fact that Russia was able to breach the court system is a serious threat to our democracy and our way of life."

Trump's response has also raised questions about his administration's efforts to investigate and prevent similar breaches in the future. Critics argue that the President's comments demonstrate a lack of urgency and commitment to addressing the growing threat of cyber attacks on U.S. government systems.

"The President's response is not only tone-deaf but also irresponsible," said Adam Schiff, Ranking Member of the House Intelligence Committee. "We need to take this breach seriously and work to prevent similar incidents in the future. Anything less would be a dereliction of our duty as a nation."