Biden Iran Envoy Hired Advisors With Iran Ties, Raising Concerns Over Influence on US Policy

Robert Malley, Biden's Iran envoy, hired at least 3 people who worked with Iran's government to influence US policy.
Emails show the advisors offered to help Iran's messaging and propaganda efforts targeting the US.
One advisor, Ariane Tabatabai, now has a senior defense role requiring security clearance.
Malley has long been criticized as soft on Iran and overly sympathetic to their positions.
There are concerns these Iran-linked advisors may have influenced or shared sensitive information during nuclear negotiations.

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