What do Steven Seagal, Candace Owens and Trump’s ballroom commissioner have in common? Russia

Once a gathering place for Western leaders and investors, Russia’s St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) features a guest list that includes an eclectic mix of American attendees ranging from conservative podcaster Candace Owens, US Commission of Fine Arts Chairman Rodney Mims Cook, Jr, and American actor Steven Seagal.

​ Once a gathering place for Western leaders and investors, Russia’s St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) features a guest list that includes an eclectic mix of American attendees ranging from conservative podcaster Candace Owens, US Commission of Fine Arts Chairman Rodney Mims Cook, Jr, and American actor Steven Seagal. Read More Breaking News, Latest News and Videos | CNN