In a move that raises serious concerns about the integrity of the upcoming midterm elections, President Donald Trump has unilaterally terminated the remaining members of the bipartisan Election Assistance Commission (EAC) just a few months before voters head to the polls. The EAC, an independent, federal commission that provides crucial support to election administration officials nationwide, has been a key player in ensuring the security and fairness of American elections. By removing the remaining three commissioners, Trump has effectively crippled the EAC's ability to perform its duties, including maintaining voter registration forms and providing guidance on election security. The decision has sparked widespread outrage and fears that it may undermine the democratic process, leaving many to wonder what this means for the integrity of the upcoming elections.
Bipartisan Election Assistance Commission maintains mail-voter registration form, among other dutiesDonald Trump has terminated the remaining members of the independent, federal commission that assists election administration officials nationwide just a few months before the midterm elections, multiple outlets reported Thursday.The remaining three commissioners of the four-member bipartisan commission were forced out on Thursday in different ways. The one Republican appointee resigned and the other two, Democratic appointees were notified of their terminations via email from the White House presidential personnel office. Continue reading...
