Clinton 'dumbfounded' by UK government failure to release report on Russian influence ahead of elections | TheHill – The Hill, The Hill

Former Secretary of StateHillary ClintonHillary Diane Rodham ClintonFive landmark moments of testimony to CongressTop diplomat said request for specific probes in Ukraine was ‘contrary’ to US policyFeehery: What Republicans must do to adapt to political realignmentMOREbashed the British government decision to not release a report on Russian interference in British politics ahead of the country’s general election.

“I’m dumbfounded that this government won ‘ t release the report … because every person who votes in this country deserves to see that report before your election happens, ”Clintontold the BBCon Tuesday while promoting her new book at en event.

She said releasing the report should be an “absolute condition” before the December election.

“Because there is no doubt – we know it in our country, we have seen it in Europe, we have seen it here – that Russia in particular is determined to try to shape the politics of western democracies, ”Clinton added.

The report will not be released until after the Dec. 12 election, according to the BBC. It reportedly contains allegations of espionage, subversion and interference in the elections , including Russian attempts to influence the outcome of the 2016 Brexit referendum vote and the 2017 general election.

“I find it inexplicable that your government will not release a government report about Russian influence. Inexplicable and shameful, ”Clinton said.

Russia has also been accused of interfering in the 2016 US presidential election, which Clinton lost toPresident TrumpDonald John TrumpFive landmark moments of testimony to CongressLindsey Graham basks in the impeachment spotlightDemocrats sharpen their message on impeachmentMORE. Former special counselRobert MuellerRobert (Bob) Swan MuellerSpeier says impeachment inquiry shows ‘very strong case of bribery’ by TrumpGowdy: I ​​’100 percent ‘still believe public congressional hearings are’ a circus’Comey: Mueller ‘didn’t succeed in his mission because there was inadequate transparency ‘MORE‘s report found evidence that Russia interfered in the election to benefit the Trump campaign and alleged that the president’s campaign welcomed the interference.

Trump has denied any wrongdoing and dismissed Mueller’s findings.

The Dec. 12 general election is being held as the United Kingdom attempts to leave the European Union.