A longstanding tradition of inviting international election observers to monitor U.S. midterms is being abandoned, raising concerns about democratic accountability. The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) has previously been welcomed to assess elections, but this year’s exclusion has sparked criticism over transparency. The move marks a departure from past practice, where such oversight was seen as a standard part of ensuring fair electoral processes. Critics argue the decision undermines confidence in the integrity of the voting system.
President Trump is breaking a more than two-decade-long tradition of welcoming a key group of international election observers to monitor the midterm contest, drawing criticism for discouraging democratic transparency. The U.S. has routinely invited election observers from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) to observe and report on midterm and presidential contests...
