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Election-Denial Summit Pushes for Federal Takeover of Midterms
politics4 hours ago

Election-Denial Summit Pushes for Federal Takeover of Midterms

At a February 19 Washington, D.C., summit organized by Michael Flynn, prominent election-deniers and several federal officials pressed Trump to use extraordinary powers to take over the midterms, circulating a draft executive order to ban mail-in ballots and voting machines. The gathering, which included White House lawyer Kurt Olsen and DHS election-integrity official Heather Honey, underscores a growing, more organized push to reshape elections from within government, prompting concerns among experts about eroding guardrails—though White House aides say attendance doesn’t mean endorsement of a national emergency.

via ProPublica|
#election-denial#election-integrity#national-emergency
Trump hints at nationalizing voting, sparking midterm disruption fears
politics21 hours ago

Trump hints at nationalizing voting, sparking midterm disruption fears

Amid FBI activity in Fulton County and a Puerto Rico voting-machine probe led by Tulsi Gabbard, Donald Trump floated nationalizing and seizing voting machines, suggesting a federal takeover that could disrupt early voting and delay results. Legal challenges would likely block such steps, experts say, as courts previously blocked a related executive order and Puerto Rico has already moved to paper ballots. The episode is viewed as part of broader efforts surrounding U.S. election infrastructure and security.

via The Guardian|
#midterms-2026#odni#politics
Trump’s 2026 midterm plan to rig elections faces uphill odds
politics19 days ago

Trump’s 2026 midterm plan to rig elections faces uphill odds

Vox reports that Trump’s 2026 midterms are being framed around attempts to interfere with voting—from calls to “take over the voting” in numerous jurisdictions to a Fulton County raid used to justify potential seizure of ballots, and possible ICE near polling sites. The piece also notes Tulsi Gabbard’s attendance at the raid and a national-security framing voiced by allies. Despite these ominous developments, experts warn that institutional resistance and legal checks make a large-scale success unlikely, even as the events underscore a concerning shift in how election integrity is approached.

via vox.com|
#donald-trump#elections#fulton-county-raid
ODNI tests Puerto Rico voting machines as Gabbard pursues election-security review
politics23 days ago

ODNI tests Puerto Rico voting machines as Gabbard pursues election-security review

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence collected and analyzed electronic voting hardware in Puerto Rico as part of a broader, Trump-backed push to investigate alleged election irregularities. ODNI described findings as “extremely concerning” about cybersecurity and deployment practices, but provided no public evidence. Federal agents facilitated the turnover of equipment for analysis. Experts say such hands-on testing is unusual and note standard safeguards (paper ballots and audits) that support election integrity. ODNI says it will share findings with agencies that can act to improve security; Reuters reported the probe occurred last spring and no additional public results have been released.

via CNN|
#election-security#odni#politics
Trump says he regrets not using National Guard to seize voting machines in 2020
politics1 month ago

Trump says he regrets not using National Guard to seize voting machines in 2020

In a New York Times interview, former President Trump said he regrets not ordering the National Guard to seize voting machines in swing states after the 2020 election to uncover fraud, noting the Guard might not have been sophisticated enough to carry out the plan. The comments revive earlier discussions about Dominion Voting Systems’ machines and align with his push to eliminate digital voting ahead of upcoming elections.

via The New York Times|
#2020-election#dominion-voting-systems#national-guard
Judge Finds Mike Lindell's Claims About Voting Machines to Be Defamatory
law5 months ago

Judge Finds Mike Lindell's Claims About Voting Machines to Be Defamatory

A federal judge in Minnesota ruled that MyPillow founder Mike Lindell defamed Smartmatic by falsely claiming its voting machines rigged the 2020 election, with the court noting genuine disputes over whether Lindell's statements were made with actual malice. Smartmatic seeks nine-figure damages, and Lindell plans to continue his legal and political efforts despite recent setbacks.

via AP News|
#2020-election#defamation#law
Trump Reignites Push to Ban Mail-In Voting Ahead of 2026 Elections
politics6 months ago

Trump Reignites Push to Ban Mail-In Voting Ahead of 2026 Elections

President Trump announced plans to use an executive order to eliminate mail-in ballots and certain voting machines, claiming they are unreliable and corrupt, but legal experts say he lacks the authority to do so without Congress, and such efforts could face significant legal and logistical challenges, potentially aiming to undermine confidence in upcoming elections.

via NPR|
#elections#federal-authority#mail-in-ballots
"Indicted Pro-Trump Lawyer Surrenders in Michigan and D.C. After Election Fraud Claims"
legalcriminal-justice1 year ago

"Indicted Pro-Trump Lawyer Surrenders in Michigan and D.C. After Election Fraud Claims"

Michigan attorney Stephanie Lambert turned herself in following her arrest in Washington, D.C. for failing to appear in a criminal case related to alleged illegal access to voting machines. After returning to Michigan, she underwent fingerprinting and DNA collection, and a new cash bond was set. She faces four felony charges and her initial failure to appear delayed the trial date.

via Detroit Free Press|
#arrest#court-hearing#legalcriminal-justice
"Supporter of California County's Vote Counting Machine Replacement Faces Recall Election"
politics2 years ago

"Supporter of California County's Vote Counting Machine Replacement Faces Recall Election"

Shasta County in California, a conservative stronghold, has faced turmoil over election integrity, leading to a recall election for Kevin Crye, a supporter of ditching voting machines. The move to hand-count ballots has divided voters, reflecting the impact of baseless election claims. Crye, a Trump supporter, faces criticism for meeting with MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell and is accused of being an election denier. The recall election is seen as a referendum on rural America's response to false election claims and has sparked debates on hand-counting ballots in other conservative regions.

via The Associated Press|
#california#donald-trump#election
Georgia Judge's Ruling Sparks Election Officials' Fears
politics2 years ago

Georgia Judge's Ruling Sparks Election Officials' Fears

U.S. District Judge Amy Totenberg is set to decide on the security of Georgia's voting machines, with election officials fearing that ordering changes close to the 2024 presidential vote could undermine trust and potentially incite violence. The civil trial, which began on Jan. 9, centers on the replacement voting machines purchased from Dominion Voting Systems, with plaintiffs arguing that the machines are susceptible to sabotage. Totenberg, known for her intensity and work ethic, must weigh the risks and make a ruling in the coming weeks, with the outcome carrying significant implications for the state's election security and public confidence.

via POLITICO|
#2024-presidential-election#election-security#georgia
"Georgia Voting Machines Under Scrutiny as Trial on Election Security Begins"
politics2 years ago

"Georgia Voting Machines Under Scrutiny as Trial on Election Security Begins"

A federal court in Georgia is hearing a case challenging the vulnerability of the state's voting machines, made by Dominion Voting Systems, which has been at the center of Donald Trump's election fraud claims. The civil suit, brought by an election transparency nonprofit, could result in statewide voting changes before the presidential election and has drawn attention from Trump and his allies. The case alleges increased hacking risks since 2020, and a ruling against the state could impact the upcoming elections. Dominion has vigorously fought back against election fraud claims and reached a settlement in a defamation lawsuit against Fox News.

via POLITICO|
#dominion-voting-systems#donald-trump#election-fraud