Obama responds to Trumpâs âbizarre allegationsâ | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentNext articleIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRachel DobkinWednesday 23 July 2025 07:01 BSTTrump posts shocking AI video of Barack Obama being arrestedDonald Trump accused Barack Obama of committing "treason" in connection with the investigation into Russia's interference in the 2016 election.The allegations originated from a report by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, who claimed Obama and his top officials committed a "treasonous conspiracy."Gabbard referred Obama administration officials, including James Comey, to the Justice Department for prosecution, alleging they "manufactured" intelligence.Obama's spokesperson, Patrick Rodenbush, issued a rare statement dismissing the claims as "ridiculous" and a "weak attempt at distraction."Rodenbush affirmed that the allegations do not undermine the widely accepted conclusion that Russia worked to influence the 2016 presidential election but did not successfully manipulate any votes.In fullObama releases rare statement on âRussia-gateâ after Trump accuses him of âtreasonâThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in