President Trump Casts Doubt on Russia Bounty Report

The transcript discusses a New York Times report alleging that Russia offered bounties to the Taliban for killing American troops in Afghanistan. President Trump denied knowledge of the report, while intelligence officials claimed the conclusion was made months ago. European intelligence confirmed the report, and British troops were also targeted. Russia denied the accusations, and Trump dismissed the report as a phony hit job. John Bolton criticized Trump's response, suggesting he was trying to divert blame.

What was the conclusion of American intelligence officials regarding the Russian bounties?

What does the President's reaction to the news story indicate about his priorities?