Dimitri Simes and his wife, Anastasia, face charges for laundering funds through art acquisition, violating US sanctions as part of a wider crackdown by authorities.
The couple allegedly received luxury benefits from Channel One Russia while participating in schemes to circumvent US sanctions, underscoring their deep connections to state-run media.
The indictments reveal a sophisticated operation to bypass sanctions through art and antiques, highlighting ongoing concerns about foreign influence on American voter opinion.
The Biden administration intensifies actions against Russian entities involved in undermining democratic processes, with penalties for the Simeses potentially reaching 240 years in prison.
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