The issue focused attention on alleged disclosures made by hackers claiming to represent Russian intelligence agencies during last year's presidential election campaign. Intelligence officials believe Moscow orchestrated cyberattacks aimed at disrupting and influencing the outcome of the contest. The Kremlin denies meddling in the election.

Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats testified Thursday before the Senate Armed Services Committee that cyber espionage activities conducted by Russia continued throughout 2016. Coats described cyberthreats originating from cybercriminal networks targeting commercial enterprises as well as malicious actors posing as governmental entities seeking to