The cost/risk to the Russian government of coercing someone to do anything is approximately zero. Not so much in the US/etc., the risk of negative consequences

The cost/risk to the Russian government of coercing someone to do anything is approximately zero. Not so much in the US/etc., the risk of negative consequences is not insignificant? > were shown who's the boss in the room when it comes to “important matters”. Or Linus just doesn't like Russia(ns)? Why is there a need for some conspiracy?