Update: America's Cyber Surrender

Questions Remain About U.S. Cyber Command's Russia Stand-Down Despite Official Denials

Since my initial reporting on changes to U.S. cyber operations regarding Russia, additional context has emerged that complicates this developing story.

Cybersecurity journalist Kim Zetter has raised important questions about the various reports, noting that while The Washington Post confirmed offensive operations against Russia have been halted, government denials regarding changes at CISA should be viewed skeptically. As Zetter points out, calling news stories "fake" is a common tactic for the Trump administration when addressing mainstream media reporting, and such denials cannot be taken at face value.

While former Cyber Command deputy commander Lt. Gen. Charlie "Tuna" Moore told the Post that pausing operations during negotiations is "fairly common," this explanation conveniently aligns with the administration's desired narrative. The administration's claim that planning activities continue despite the operational pause remains unverified by independent sources.

Regarding CISA's alle…