The US Department of Justice is preparing criminal charges related to an Iranian hacking attack aimed at Donald Trump's presidential campaign. Iran attempted to influence the election results, according to AP.

The Justice Department is preparing criminal charges in connection with an Iranian hack that targeted Donald Trump's presidential campaign in a bid to shape the outcome of the November election, two people familiar with the matter said Thursday.

The FBI investigation has focused on an online persona named “Robert” who contacted American reporters, according to people familiar with the matter.