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Christopher Steele (author of the Steele dossier)

Christopher Steele is a former British intelligence officer who authored the Steele dossier, a collection of reports alleging potential connection between Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign and Russia. The dossier was commissioned by political opponents and gained significant media and political attention. Steele's work involved gathering information from various sources, aiming to uncover potential foreign interference. While some claims remain unverified, the dossier influenced investigations into election interference and Trump's presidency. Steele's background in intelligence and research lends credibility to his work, though the dossier’s accuracy and impact remain subjects of debate and scrutiny.